In the roller coaster ride that life is, we meet many people. Some we adore, some touch our hearts and some simply annoy us. Then there are some, who get on our nerves but we fail to understand why we love them so much. Well yes, it’s the sibling bond we’re talking about. Admit it! There is no bond dearer and special than the bond of siblings. Even if you drive each other crazy and hate each other sometimes, the bond between a brother and a sister is unique and unbeatable.
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While there’s no one day to express your love for your brother or sister, we do observe the beautiful festival of Raksha Bandhan to celebrate this bond. On this day, sisters tie rakhi on their brothers’ wrists while they shower their behnas with some amazing rakhi gifts for sister. Well, at least, traditionally! But we’re sitting in 2020 and it’s all about breaking stereotypes. These days, sisters are celebrating Rakhi not just with their brothers but with each other as well and we’re all for it!
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This year, we’ll be celebrating Raksha Bandhan on August 3 and with the festival coming up, we’ve curated a list of Raksha bandhan bollywood songs to set the mood. After all, no celebration is complete without some Bollywood numbers!?
14 Rakhi Songs That Should Be On Your Playlist!
This list is a compilation of beautiful compositions that define the sibling bond perfectly. Go ahead and pick your favourite!
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1. Bhaiya Mere Rakhi Ke Bandhan Ko Nibhaana, Chhoti Behan
If we are talking about Raksha Bandhan geet, this song has to be the first one on the list. Even though it’s from the classic 1959 film – Chhoti Behan, it’s still popular enough and often played on Rakhi. Sung by Lata Mangeshkar, this melodious song was composed by Shankar-Jaikishan.
Key lyrics:
Behen Paraye Desh Basi Ho, Agar Vo Tum Tak Pohoch Na Paye,
Yaad Ka deepak Jalana, Jalana
Bhaiya Mere Rakhi Ke Bandhan Ko Nibhaana
2. Phoolon Ka Taaron Ka, Hare Rama Hare Krishna
After Bhaiya Mere, this one from the 1971 movie Hare Rama Hare Krishna is the most commercially hit Rakhi song for the festival.
Key lyrics:
Ye Na Jaana Duniya Ne Kyu Hai Tu Udaas,
Teri Pyaasi Aankhon Me Pyaar Ki Hai Paas,
Aa Mere Paas Aa, Keh Jo Kehna Hai
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3. Dekh Sakta Hu Me Kuch Bhi, Majboor
Featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Farida Jalal, this song is yet another beautiful rakhi song for sisters. While the song was sung by Kishore Kumar, the lyrics are by Anand Bakshi.
Key lyrics:
Ek Din Bigadi Kismat Sawanr Jayegi,
Ye Khushi Humse Bach Kar Kidhar Jayegi,
Gham Na Kar Zindagi Yun Guzar Jayegi, Raat Jaise Guzar Gae Sote Hue,
Nahi Me Nahi Dekh Sakta Tujhe Rote Hue
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4. Behna Ne Bhai Ki Kalai Se, Resham Ki Dori
This song is from Dharmendra and Saira Banu-starrer film, Resham Ki Dori, and the title conveys it all. The film is based on the relationship between a brother and a sister.
Key lyrics:
Sundarta Me Jo Kanhaiya Hai, Mamta Me Yashoda Maiya Hai
Vo Aur Nahi Dooja Koi, Vo Mere Raja Bhaiya Hai
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5. Meri Rakhi Ka Matlab, Tirangaa
Tirangaa is a patriotic film and this song is filmed on Varsha Usgaonkar where she is tying rakhis to her brothers and describes her love for them. Don’t forget to share this song with your brother on the special occasion of Raksha Bandhan.
Key lyrics:
Yuh Toh Duniya Me Har Shah Ka Mol Hai,
Meri Rakhi Magar Anmol Hai,
Ye Na Tulti Hai Daulat Ke Bhaar Bhaiya,
Meri Rakhi Ka Matlab Hai Pyaar Bhaiya
6. Meri Pyari Beheniya, Sachaa Jhutha
This Raksha Bandhan geet is from the 1970 blockbuster hit Sachaa Jhutha and features superstar Rajesh Khanna. The song shows the actor dancing at a girl’s wedding while his sister struggles to find him.
Key lyrics:
Solah Singaar Meri Behena Karegi,
Teeka Chadega Or Haldi Lagegi,
Behena Ke Hotong Pe Jhumegi Nathaniya, Or Chumenge Dukhe Raja,
Bhaiya Raja Bajayega Baja
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7. Yeh Rakhi Bandhan Hai Aisa , Beimaan
The 1970 film stars Manoj Kumar and the song is filmed on him and his sister on Raksha Bandhan. This is yet another simple yet beautiful melody that is perfect for your Rakhi songs playlist.
Key lyrics:
Duniya Ki Iitni Behene Hain, Un Sabki Shraddha Isme Hain,
Hai Dharam Karam Bhaiya Ka Yeh, Behena Ki Raksha Isme Hain,
Jaise Subhadra Aur Kishan Kaa, Jaise Badari Aur Pawan Kaa,
Jaise Dharti Aur Gagan Kaa,
Yeh Rakhi Bandhan Hai Aisa, Yeh Rakhi Bandhan Hai Aisa
8. Hum Behenon Ke Liye, Anjaana
The song from the film Anjaana perfectly captures the unique bond between siblings. Sung by Lata Mangeshkar, it is filmed on Rajendra Kumar and Nazima, who play the role of siblings in the film. Check out some fun Raksha Bandhan activities and Raksha Bandhan celebration ideas that will be memorable for you and your siblings.
Key lyrics:
Kitne Din Aur Ktni Raine Is Aangan Me Rehna Hai Mene,
Pardesi Hoti Hai Behene,
Baabul Jaane Bhej De Meri Sasural Me,
Chale Aana Vaha Har Haal Me
9. Behna O Behna, Shankara
This Rakhi song is from Sunny Deol’s Shankara, and is filmed on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan and captures the banter between the actor and his reel-life sister.
Key lyrics:
Bhaiya O Bhaiya, O Vaari Teri Behena,
Tera Pyaar Maangu, Na Maangu Koi Gehna
10. Tere Jaisa Yaar Kahan, Yaarana
As far as friendships go, the ones you have with your siblings is the most honest, pure and long-lasting. So why not dedicate a friendship song to them. Trust us, this one from the Amitabh Bachchan-starrer film Yaarana is a must on your Rakhi playlist.
Key lyrics:
Meri Zindagi Sawari Mujhko Gale Lage Ke,
Baitha Diya Falak Pe Mujhe Khaak Se Utha Ke,
Yaara Teri Yaari Ko Mene Toh Khuda Maana
11. Abhi Mujhme Kahi, Agneepath
This song from Hrithik Roshan-starrer Agneepath is written by Amitabh Bhattacharya and beautifully sung by Sonu Nigam. This song is filmed when Hrithik meets his reel sister for the first time. This one is sure to bring a tear or two in your eyes.
Key lyrics:
Dhoop Me Jate Hue Tan Ko, Chhayaa ped Ki Mil Gae,
Roothe Bachche Ki Hasi Jaise,
Phuslaane Se Phir Khil Gae,
Kuch Aisa Hi Mehsoon Mujhko Ho Raha Hai,
Barso Ke Puraane Zakh Pe Marham Laga Sa Hai
12. Taaron Ka Chamakta Gehna Ho, Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam
Even though this song was filmed on Salman Khan while he danced at his friend Madhuri Dixit’s wedding, it goes perfectly as a Rakhi song for a sister. After all, siblings always wish the best for each other.
Key lyrics:
Meri Behena Hai Phool Baharao Ka,
Meri Behena Hai Noor Nazaro Ka,
Meri Behena Ki Jaisi Koi Behena Nahi,
Bina Iske Kahi Bhi Mujhe Rehna Nahi,
Jaise hai Chaand Sitaaron Me,
Meri Behena Hai Ek Hazaaro Me
13. Hum Toh Aise Hain Bhaiya, Laaga Chunari Mein Daag
This peppy number is from Rani Mukherjee and Konkana Sen Sharma’s film Laaga Chunari Mein Daag is another good one that should be on your playlist of songs on Raksha Bandhan.
Key lyrics:
Sukh Dukh Ko Khooti Pe Taange, Or Paap Punya Choti Se Baandhe,
Naache Hain Hum Tata Thaiya, Hum Toh Aise Hain Bhaiya,
Ye Apna Fashion Hain Bhaiya
14. Ae Dil Laaya Hai Bahaar, Kya Kehna
This song from Preity Zinta’s film, Kya Kehna, is all about the love and the special bond that exists within the family. Don’t you think this happy Raksha Bandhan song would be perfect for your celebrations?
Key lyrics:
Hum Tum Yuhi Milte Rahe, Mehfil Yuhi Sajti Rahe,
Bas Pyaar Ki Yahi Ek Dhun Har Subah Shaam Bajti Rahi,
Gale Me Mehekta Rahe Pyaar Bhari Baahon Ka Haar, Kya Kehna
15. Rakhi Dhagon Ka Tyohaar
This song is taken from the 1962 movie Rakhi, This song is sung by Mohammed Rafi and composed by Ravi Shankar Sharma and written by Rajendra Krishan. This is one of the old iconic rakshabandhan songs that you may or may not have heard of. Looking at the scenes, it’s the cute emotion that we share even today with our siblings.
Key Lyrics:
Rakhi dhagon ka tyauhar
Rakhi dhagon ka tyauhar
Bandha huwa ik ik dhage mein
Bhai bahan ka pyaar
Rakhi dhagon ka tyauhar
Rakhi dhagon ka tyauhar
16. Rang Birangi Rakhi Lekar
Another beautiful song from the list of best song for raksha bandhan, has been selected from 1962 era’s movie Anpadh. Composed by Madan Mohan, the song is sung by Lata didi and written by Raja Mehdi Ali Khan. The film features Mala Sinha, Balraj Sahni and Dharmendra.
Key Lyrics:
Rang birangi rakhi leke aayi bahana
O rakhi bandhava le mere vir
O rakhi bandhava le mere vir
Mai naa chandi naa
Sone ke nar mangu
Mai naa chandi naa
Bhaiya sone ke nar mangu
Mai naa chandi naa
Sone ke nar mangu
Apne bhaiya kaa
Thoda sa pyar mangu
Thoda sa pyar mangu
Sona hazaar mangu
Iss rakhi me pyar
Chupa le layi bahana
Hoo rakhi bandhwale mere vir
17. Ab Ke Baras Bhejo Bhaiya
This song is picked from the film Bandini which was released in 1963. It stars Nutan, Ashok Kumar, Dharmendra. Singer of this song is Asha Bhosle and lyrics were written by Shailendra. It’s old but gold when it comes to special raksha bandhan songs.
Key Lyrics:
Ab ke baras bhej bhiya ko baabul
Saavan ne lijo bulaay re
Lautegi jab mere bachapan ki sakhiyaan
Dejo sadeshaa bhiyaay re
Ab ke baras bhej bhiyako baabul
18. Behen Hasti Hai Toh
From the movie pyar ka devta, starring Mithun Chakraborty, this song is purely fun and gives the absolute festival vibe of raksha bandhan. This song is sung by Alka Yagnik. It is composed by Laxmikant-Pyarelal and written by Anand Bakshi.
Key Lyrics
Behnen Hasti Hai To Haste Hai
Behnen Roti Hai To Rote Hai
Behnen Hasti Hai To Haste Hai
Behnen Roti Hai To Rote Hai
Bhai Aise Hote Hai
Aise Hote Hai
Aise Hote Hai
19. Meri Bahena O Meri Bahena
This song is sung by Kishore Kumar, composed by RD Burman and lyrics written by Anand Bakshi. You want to someday manofy your sister on raksha bandhan then this song is apt for it.
Key Lyrics:
Tu kahe roti hai
Har aansu motee hai
Pyara sa tera mukhdaa
Pyare se tere nainaa
Pariyo se bhee sundar
Meri bahena o meri bahena
Pyara sa tera mukhdaa
Pyare se tere nainaa
Pariyo se bhee sundar
20. Meri Rakhi Ki Rakhiyo
The black and white movie, naya kanoon from 1965 has this sweet raksha bandhan song meri rakhi ki rakhiyo featuring Ashok Kumar in it. The song was composed by Madan Mohan and Asha Bhosle lent her voice to the song whereas Saraswati Kumar wrote the lyrics. The song perfectly captures the beautiful ritual of rakshabandhan.
Key Lyrics:
Meri rakhi ki rakhiyo tu aan re
Teri raksha kare bhagwan
Meri rakhi ki rakhiyo tu aan re
Teri raksha kare bhagwan
21. Mere Bhaiya, Mere Chanda
Asha Bhosle sang this mere bhaiya, mere chanda from the film Kaajal which was released in the year 1959. It is composed by Ravi and written by Sahir Ludhianvi. It is picturised on Raaj Kumar, Meena Kumari & Dharmendra. If you are looking for a raksha bandhan song status kind of song, this is apt for you.
Key Lyrics:
Mere bhaiyaa mere chandaa
Mere anamol ratan
Tere badale mai zamaane ki
Koi chiz na lun
Mere bhaiyaa mere chandaa
Mere anamol ratan
Tere badale mai zamaane ki
Koi chiz na lun
22. Chanda Re Mere Bhaiya Se Kahna
If you are long distant with your brother, this song is apt for you during raksha bandhan and when you are missing him, why don’t just share this song and let him know what you want to express. This song is composed by Khayyam and written by Sahir Ludhianvi. Also, Lata Mangeshkar sang this song that featured Moushumi Chatterjee.
Key Lyrics:
Chanda re mere bhaiya se kehna
O mere bhaiya se kehna behna yaad kare
Chanda re mere bhaiya se kehna
O mere bhaiya se kehna
Behna yaad kare o chanda re
Ja Ri Behna Ja, Trishul
This song belongs to the film Trishul, sung by Kishore Kumar, K.J Yesudas and Pamela Chopra. This song brings emotions between sister and brother, when the sister has to go to her husband’s home, it’s a time of bidaai.
Key Lyrics:
Baap ka ghar kya
Bhai ka ghar kya
Aaj samjh ko sabko aajaan
Ladki jis ghar mein palti hai
Us ghar hoti hai mehmaan
Ja ri behnaa ja tu aapne ghar ja
Ja ri behnaa ja tu aapne ghar ja
Yeh Raksha Bandhan, Hum Bache Hindustan Ke
A patriotic film, Hum Bache Hindustan Ke showcases this rakhi special song for brother. Sung by Preeti Sagar, this song reminds the love of a sister for his brother and an urge to wear rakhi to protect her throughout her life.
Key Lyrics:
Ye raksha bandhan
Sabse bada tyohar hai
Ye raksha bandhan
Sabse bada tyohar hai
Bandhwalo rakhi
Bandhwalo rakhi
Bahna ka isme pyar hai
Ye raksha bandhan
Sabse bada tyohar hai
Yeh Rakhi Pyar Mohabbat Ki, Anokha Insaan
Yeh Rakhi Pyar Mohabbat Ki song from the film Anokha Insaan expresses the message of a sister insisting her brother tie rakhi and protect her sister and womenkind. This rakhi is to remind brothers about their responsibility to safeguard women.
Key Lyrics:
Ye rakhi rakhi pyar mohabbat ki
layi hu mere bhaiya
ye rakhi rakhi pyar mohabbat ki
layi hu mere bhaiya
baandh rahi hu kaccha dhaga
raksha karna bhaiya tu raksha karna bhaiya
raksha karna bhaiya tu raksha karna bhaiya
Bhaiya Mere Mat Rona, Door Desh
Bhaiya mere mat rona song from the film Door Desh displays the cute relationship of brother and sister shared between them. How they care for each other and support each other, this song truly speaks of it. Add this song to your playlist under songs for rakhi festival.
Key Lyrics:
Bhaiya Mere Mat Rona Bhaiya Mere Mat Rona
Mai Bhi Tere Sath Kahi Ro Na Dun
Bahna Meri Mat Rona Bahna Meri Mat Rona
Mai Bhi Tere Sath Kahi Ro Na Dun
Bhaiya Mere Mat Rona Bahna Meri Mat Rona
O Meri Bahena, Aarohi
Another beautiful song for the rakhi songs list. This song is sung by S.P. Balasubrahmanyam and music composed by Bappi Lahiri. This emotional song, truly expresses how a brother can be a brother as well as a mother when it comes to nurturing his little sister.
Key Lyrics:
O meri bahna
Pahanau tujhko gahna
O meri bahna
Pahanau tujhko gahna
Tujhe dulhaniya banau
Aisa dulha dhundh ke lau
Ho sabhi tarah se
Shyana par ek aankh se kana
Na na re bhaiya
Aisa byaah karu na bhaiya
So, all set to surprise your siblings with a curated playlist?
Wishing you all a Happy Raksha Bandhan!
Featured Image: Instagram/Sara Ali Khan
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