Top 10 Iconic Bollywood Mujra Performances

Mujra songs have been a staple of Bollywood, blending dance, grace, and emotion. Here are the top 10 songs that have defined this art form over the years. 

"Jab Pyar Kiya Toh Darna Kya" – Mughal-E-Azam (1960) 

🎤 Lata Mangeshkar | 💃Madhubala The ultimate declaration of love, captured in the royal Mughal setting, a song forever etched in  history.

"Inhi Logon Ne" – Pakeezah (1972) 

🎤 Lata Mangeshkar | 💃 Meena Kumari A sorrowful yet elegant mujra that captures the poignant life of a courtesan, one of the most revered performances in  cinema.

"Dil Cheez Kya Hai" – Umrao Jaan (1981)

🎤 Asha Bhosle | 💃 Rekha Rekha’s graceful portrayal of Umrao Jaan is epitomized in this song, where she blends grace and heartbreak effortlessly.

"Maar Dala" – Devdas (2002)

🎤 Kavita Krishnamurthy | 💃Madhuri Dixit Madhuri Dixit’s heartbreaking performance in Devdas redefined the modern mujra with her skill and dramatic intensity.

"Salaam" – Umrao Jaan (2006)

🎤 Alka Yagnik | 💃Aishwarya Rai A modern take on the classic mujra, Aishwarya Rai’s elegance in Salaam keeps the soul of the tradition intact.

"Main Vari Vari" – Mangal Pandey: The Rising (2005) 

🎤 Kavita Krishnamurthy, Reena Bhardwaj| 💃 Rani Mukerji A poignant song of longing, blending classical dance and music beautifully.

"Huzoor Aate Aate" – Tawaif (1997) 

🎤 Asha Bhosle| 💃 Rati Agnihotri A classic mujra that explores love and pain with deep emotion and rich choreography.

"Ab Aage Teri Marzi" – Devdas (1955)

🎤 Lata Mangeshkar | 💃Vaijayanthimala A powerful mujra that shows the selfless love of Chandramukhi, evoking a tragic sense of yearning.

"Nigahein Milane Ko Ji Chahta Hai" – Dil Hi To Hai (1963)

🎤 Asha Bhosle | 💃 Nutan This romantic mujra, set against a soft melody, captures the subtle grace of Nutan in a captivating performance.

"Dil Mera Muft Ka" – Agent Vinod (2012) 

🎤 Shreya Ghoshal | 💃Kareena Kapoor A modern mujra-inspired song with a peppy rhythm, showcasing Kareena’s playful side with contemporary styling.

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🎤 Shreya Ghoshal | 💃Kareena Kapoor A modern mujra-inspired song with a peppy rhythm, showcasing Kareena’s playful side with contemporary styling.