Remembering Poonam Dhillon on her Birthday: A Look at her Evergreen Songs

 Poonam Dhillon, one of the most beautiful actresses of the 80s, turned a year older on April 18. The actress, who initially aspired to become a doctor, made her career in Bollywood after winning Miss India in 1977 at the age of 16. With her impeccable acting skills and stunning looks, Poonam became the heartthrob of millions of fans.

Over the years, Poonam Dhillon has given several hit movies such as Red Rose, Dard, Teri Meherbaniyan, Samundar, Karma and many more. Apart from her acting skills, Poonam also left her mark in the industry with her melodious songs. On her birthday, let’s take a look at some of her memorable songs that still make it to the Bollywood classic playlist.

Aaja Re O Mere Dilbar – Noorie (1979)

In her debut film Noorie, Poonam Dhillon played the role of a beautiful young woman from the valleys opposite Farooq Shaikh. The song ‘Aaja Re O Mere Dilbar’ portrays her simple dream of a house, a family and a life full of love. Composed by Khayyam, this soulful track was sung by Lata Mangeshkar and Nitin Mukesh.

Tum Itna Jo Muskura Rahe Ho – Arth (1982)

The song ‘Tum Itna Jo Muskura Rahe Ho’ from the movie, Arth is considered to be one of the most iconic songs in Bollywood. The song features Poonam Dhillon and Shabana Azmi and was composed by the legendary musician Jagjit Singh. The song beautifully captures the emotions of two women going through a tough phase in their lives.

Main Teri Hoon Janam – Yeh Vaada Raha (1982)

‘Yeh Vaada Raha’ is a romantic drama that starred Poonam Dhillon and Rishi Kapoor in the lead roles. The song ‘Main Teri Hoon Janam’ was composed by RD Burman and sung by Asha Bhosle. This beautiful track depicts the love and affection between the two characters played by Poonam and Rishi.

Mere Mehboob – Aaj Ka Arjun (1990)

‘Mere Mehboob’ is a romantic song from the movie Aaj Ka Arjun, which starred Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Prada in the lead roles. The song features Poonam Dhillon and Amitabh Bachchan and was sung by Lata Mangeshkar and Amit Kumar. The song became an instant hit and is still loved by many.

Poonam Dhillon’s contribution to Bollywood is truly remarkable, and her fans continue to admire her for her talent and beauty. On her birthday, let’s celebrate her legacy and cherish her evergreen songs that continue to mesmerize us even today.