Note: When citing this song in formal writing, refer to it by its official title, "Woh Kisna Hai," but note that it is commonly identified by the opening verse.
Before diving into the translation, it is essential to understand the context. The song appears in the 1971 blockbuster Mera Gaon Mera Desh , composed by the legendary and penned by the prolific lyricist Anand Bakshi . The vocals were sung by Lata Mangeshkar and Mohammed Rafi —a combination that guarantees musical gold. hum tumko nigahon mein lyrics english translation link
हम तुमको ख़्वाबों में इस तरह बुलाएंगे जब आँख खुले, प्यार से दिल घबराएंगे Note: When citing this song in formal writing,
Gulzar’s lyrics use everyday imagery (eyes, walls, palm lines) to express extraordinary emotions. The beauty lies in how "tasveer" (painting) vs. "deewar" (wall) contrasts intimacy with distance. A. R. Rahman’s music, with its qawwali-style buildup, lets the words breathe. The vocals were sung by Lata Mangeshkar and
Let the music speak the language your heart knows best. 🎶💫