From Radha Kaise Na Jale to Maiyya Yashoda: Here are five songs to celebrate Janmashtami

MUMBAI: In India, 'Dahi Handi' is celebrated every year as the birth of Lord Krishna. During the occasion, numerous festivities, religious rituals, and cultural events are held to honor this joyous day. While everyone celebrates this festival in their own way, the one thing that is common in this 'Janmashtami' festival is superhit Bollywood songs that capture the spirit and essence of this auspicious day and make it even more special. Janmashtami-themed Bollywood songs are known for vibrant dancing, catchy tunes, and narratives that depict the life and stories of Lord Krishna. Here let’s have a look at five most loved songs to celebrate Janmashtami.

1. Radha Kaise Na Jale

The Ashutosh Gowariker-directed film 'Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India' (2001) starring Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh, features the song "Radha Kaise Na Jale," which depicts the lighthearted antics between Radha and Lord Krishna as well as the main cast's fun banter. This lovely song from the film is composed by AR Rahman, with the lyrics penned by Javed Akhtar and the choreography done by late Saroj Khan. It depicts the relationship between Radha and Lord Krishna, and is sure to make your playlist look beautiful.

2. Maiyya Yashoda

One song that should always be on everyone's playlist is "Maiyya Yashoda" from Salman Khan and Sooraj Barjatya's 'Hum Saath Saath Hain' (1999). The delightful and beautiful song that is dedicated to Lord Krishna's mother feels pleasant to the ear and speaks of the Lord Krishna's amusing tales.

3. Radhe Radhe

The widely popular song "Radhe Radhe" from Ayushmann Khurrana and Nushrratt Bharuccha starrer 'Dream Girl'(2019) is a perfect song to celebrate the festival. The song is dedicated to Lord Krishna, and it resembles the theme of Gokul, which is also known as Lord Krishna's birthplace.

4. Go Go Govinda

The fun and celebratory track "Go Go Govinda" from 'OMG-Oh My God' (2012) is a song that will make you groove to its beats. From the lyrics to the composition and to the foot-tapping dance by Sonakshi Sinha and Prabhu Deva, it is sure to make the festive season better.

5. Wo Kisna Hai

The most loved song "Wo Kisna Hai" from Vivek Oberoi and Isha Sharvani starrer 'Kisna: The Warrior Poet' (2005) grabs the third position in the list. The song composed by Ismail Darbar, sung by Sukhwinder Singh, S. Shailja, and Ismail Darbar, has a pure melody that is still ruling the charts.