No matter how much we mock Anu Malik with accusations of plagiarism, we can’t deny his role in giving some of the greatest hits. From ‘Yeh Kali Kali Aankhen’ to ‘Ek Garam Chai Ki Pyali’, we still love to croon his songs.
Born as Anwas Sardar Malik, Anu Malik turns 55 today. In 1977, Anu Malik made his debut as a music composer with Hunterwali, but he tasted real fame with Baazigar, released in 1993. His songs ‘Yeh Kaali Kaali Aakhein’ and ‘Baazigar o Baazigar’ are cult songs in Hindi cinema today. In 2000, he won the National Award for Refugee.
Though Anu Malik has been nominated in the Filmfare Award for Best Music Director for 42 times, he has won it six times. Also, he has been accused of plagiarism several times which he has always denied. Here’s a look at some of his songs and the inspired version.
Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhen (Baazigar) – The Man Who Plays The Mandolino (Dean Martin)