R D Burman was an Indian music composer, widely known for his contribution to the Bollywood film industry. He was born on June 27, 1939 and is fondly remembered by his fans even today. His relationship with singer Asha Bhosle is especially famous, having been the source of inspiration for many of his compositions. From a tender age of six, the young Burman had given his heart to Asha Bhosle and the couple has been inseparable ever since. On this day, we celebrate the birth anniversary of R D Burman and look back at the love story that binds them.
R D Burman: An Unconventional Love Story
R D Burman was born to Sachin Dev Burman, a renowned composer and singer, and Meera Dev Burman. He was exposed to music from a very young age and soon developed an interest in it. He was a talented and innovative composer who was known for his out-of-the-box compositions. His relationship with Asha Bhosle was unconventional and was the source of inspiration for many of his compositions.
A Six-Year-Old’s Love for Asha Bhosle
It is said that R D Burman was only six years old when he first laid eyes on Asha Bhosle. He had heard her voice on the radio and was instantly captivated by it. He was so taken by her voice that he decided to give her his heart. From then on, the two were inseparable and began collaborating on many projects.
The Music That Connects Them
The couple created some of the most iconic music of Bollywood. Their collaboration began with the song “Ae Meri Zohra Jabeen” from the movie Waqt in 1965. The song was a huge hit and the couple went on to create many more chartbusters over the years. Many of their songs were inspired by their relationship, such as “Tere Bina Zindagi Se” and “Rim Jhim Gire Sawan”.
An Unconditional Bond
R D Burman and Asha Bhosle’s bond was unconditional. They were both passionate about music and were inspired by each other’s work. The couple also shared a strong bond of friendship and were often seen together at social gatherings.
Celebrating R D Burman’s Birth Anniversary
R D Burman’s birth anniversary is celebrated every year by his fans across the world. Fans gather together to remember the great composer and his work. Asha