When it comes to iconic Bollywood music duos, Kalyanji-Anandji stand in a league of their own. In the latest conversation, the 92-year-old Anandji Virji Shah talks about every detail of their early struggles and rise to success. Both being born into a baniya family, the brothers seamlessly defied the odds – something that Anandji often reflects on when speaking about destiny. Their father’s trade background had nothing to do with music, yet the duo went on to shape the sound of an era.
Creating countless classics like Dum Dum Diga Diga, Zindagi Ka Safar, Mere Desh Ki Dharti, Are Diwano Mujhe Pehchano, O Saathi Re, Kaike Paan Banaras Wala, Apni To Jaise Taise and Kya Khoob Lagti Ho, songs which continues to resonate across generations.
In a rare and exclusive conversation with Lehren Retro, Anandji Virji Shah opens up about their entry into the film industry, working with some of the top actors in Bollywood and how they were one of the firsts to introduce the live orchestra shows collaborating with some of the superstars of Bollywood, especially making a mark with Amitabh Bachchan playing in numerous number of shows.
In the same interview, the iconic musician shares memories of collaborating with legendary actors Amitabh Bachchan, Dev Anand, Manoj Kumar, Feroz Khan, Shashi Kapoor, Raaj Kumar, Jaya Bachchan, Kishore Kumar and many more artists. By sharing some of the most amusing and deeply personal moments, with each name brings its own interesting story.
From the hypnotic Man Dole Mera Tan Dole to the playful Laila O Laila and the quirky Mere Angne Mein, Anandji reveals how some of these unforgettable tunes came to life. He also praises his youngest brother Laxmichand “Babla” Virji Shah, for his musical brilliance.
To catch these heartfelt and exclusive stories of musical legends Kalyanji-Anandji in detail, watch the full podcast below:
This interview is not just about music it’s about two brothers who turned their passion into a legacy. Anandji’s stories remind us that while destiny plays its part, it’s dedication and creativity that truly make history.
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