- Early Life and Background
- Full Name: Sachin Dev Burman
- Birth Date: October 1, 1906
- Birth Place: Comilla, Tripura (now in Bangladesh)
- Nationality: Indian
- Father: Nabadwipchandra Dev Burman (Tripura royal family)
- Mother: Rajkumari Nirmala Devi
- Education: Comilla Victoria College, University of Calcutta
S. D. Burman was born into the royal family of Tripura but chose to pursue a career in music. He was deeply influenced by Bengali folk and classical music, which became the foundation of his unique style.
Musical Career
Filmography – 1940s
| Year | Movie Title | Language | Movie Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | Shikari | Hindi | His debut as a music director in Hindi cinema |
| 1947 | Do Bhai | Hindi | Breakthrough hit; “Mera Sundar Sapna Beet Gaya” by Geeta Dutt |
🎬 1950s
| Year | Movie Title | Language | Movie Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | Mashaal | Hindi | Musical drama |
| 1951 | Buzdil | Hindi | Romantic drama |
| 1951 | Bahar | Hindi | Popular songs by Lata Mangeshkar |
| 1952 | Jaal | Hindi | Dev Anand thriller with iconic music |
| 1953 | Jeewan Jyoti | Hindi | Emotional family drama |
| 1954 | Taxi Driver | Hindi | Dev Anand hit, “Jayen To Jayen Kahan” |
| 1955 | House No. 44 | Hindi | Crime drama with romantic music |
| 1955 | Devdas | Hindi | Bimal Roy classic, starring Dilip Kumar |
| 1956 | Funtoosh | Hindi | Romantic comedy with Kishore Kumar |
| 1957 | Nau Do Gyarah | Hindi | Dev Anand, Kalpana Kartik – road movie |
| 1957 | Pyaasa | Hindi | Guru Dutt classic, celebrated music |
| 1958 | Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi | Hindi | Kishore Kumar comedy, musical hit |
| 1958 | Solva Saal | Hindi | Light romance with Dev Anand, Waheeda Rehman |
| 1959 | Sujata | Hindi | Social drama, soulful compositions |
1960s
| Year | Movie Title | Language | Movie Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | Bombai Ka Babu | Hindi | Dev Anand starrer, haunting melody “Chal Ri Sajni” |
| 1962 | Dr. Vidya | Hindi | Social drama, known for Lata Mangeshkar songs |
| 1963 | Meri Surat Teri Ankhen | Hindi | Classical-heavy score with bhajan-style tracks |
| 1963 | Bandini | Hindi | Bimal Roy’s masterpiece, “Mora Gora Ang” |
| 1964 | Ziddi | Hindi | Emotional themes, strong melodies |
| 1964 | Bhoot Bungla | Hindi | Kishore Kumar comedy-thriller, fun soundtrack |
| 1965 | Guide | Hindi | Evergreen classic, “Gaata Rahe Mera Dil”, “Aaj Phir Jeene Ki Tamanna” |
| 1966 | Teen Devian | Hindi | Dev Anand in triple role, light-hearted musical |
| 1967 | Jewel Thief | Hindi | Slick spy thriller, stylish music “Yeh Dil Na Hota Bechara” |
| 1968 | Talaash | Hindi | Luxurious production, “Palkon Ke Peechhe Se” |
| 1969 | Aradhana | Hindi | Rajesh Khanna’s breakout film, “Mere Sapno Ki Rani”, “Roop Tera Mastana” |
1970s
| Year | Movie Title | Language | Movie Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Sharmeelee | Hindi | Romantic drama, “Khilte Hain Gul Yahan” |
| 1972 | Anuraag | Hindi | Emotional drama, soft melodies |
| 1973 | Abhimaan | Hindi | Musical couple’s drama, “Teri Bindiya Re”, “Tere Mere Milan Ki” |
| 1973 | Chupke Chupke | Hindi | Hrishikesh Mukherjee comedy with sweet songs |
| 1974 | Prem Nagar | Hindi | Tragic romance with soulful songs |
| 1975 | Mili | Hindi | Heartfelt musical drama, “Badi Sooni Sooni Hai Zindagi” |
Golden Era (1950s – 1970s)
S. D. Burman became one of Bollywood’s most legendary music directors, working with top filmmakers like Guru Dutt, Bimal Roy, and Dev Anand.
Awards and Recognitions
National Film Award – Best Music Direction for Aradhana (1970)
Filmfare Award – Best Music Director for Abhimaan (1973) Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (1958) – Contribution to Indian music
Padma Shri Award (1969) – One of India’s highest civilian honors
Personal Life
- Spouse: Meera Dev Burman (Lyricist and singer)
- Son: R. D. Burman (Famous Bollywood composer)
- Passed away on October 31, 1975, leaving behind an immortal musical legacy.
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