Sulakshana Pandit (July 12 1954 – November 7 2025) was a voice of rare beauty; serene, soulful and timeless.

A gifted actress and singer from the renowned Mewati Gharana, she illuminated the golden era of Hindi cinema with her performances and unforgettable melodies. Her songs, rich with emotion and purity, continue to touch hearts even today. As we remember this remarkable artist, we revisit ten of Sulakshana Pandit’s most memorable songs, celebrating the legacy of a voice that will forever resonate in Indian music.

1. Apne Jeevan Ki Uljhan- Uljhan (1975)

A suspenseful, introspective duet with Kishore Kumar, composed by Kalyanji-Anandji. Set in Raag Ahir Bhairav, it explores emotional entanglements

2. Somvar ko Hum Mile- Apnapan (1977)

A playful romantic duet with Kishore Kumar. Composed by Laxmikant-Pyarelal, it narrates a week-long flirtation with charming wordplay.

3. Mausam Mausam, Lovely Mausam- Thodi si Bewafayi (1980)

A breezy, nostalgic melody sung with Anwar. Music by Khayyam, lyrics by Gulzar. Evokes longing and seasonal metaphors.

4. Papa Jaldi Aa Jana- Taqdeer (1967)

A tender lullaby featuring Lata Mangeshkar and Sulakshana. Sung from a child’s perspective, yearning for her father’s return.

5. Jab Aati Hogi Yaad- Phaansi (1978)

A melancholic solo by Mohammed Rafi with Sulakshana’s emotive support. Music by Laxmikant-Pyarelal. Reflects separation and memory.

6. Bekarar Hai Dil Tu Gaye Ja- Dur Ka Raahi (1971)

A philosophical duet with Kishore Kumar. Lyrics by Irshad Jallili, composed by Kishore himself. Celebrates resilience through song.

7. Aap Agar Aap Na Hote- Griha Pravesh (1979)

A poetic solo composed by Kanu Roy, lyrics by Gulzar. Sulakshana’s voice conveys quiet anguish and existential reflection.

As we bid farewell to Sulakshana Pandit, we celebrate not just her songs, but the spirit that breathed life into them; a spirit steeped in sincerity, artistry and unspoken emotion. Her melodies, whether playful or poignant, continue to echo across generations, reminding us of a time when music was felt as deeply as it was heard. Though her journey was marked by both brilliance and quiet solitude, her voice remains immortal, a soft, shimmering reminder of Bollywood’s most heartfelt years.

Through these seven timeless songs, Sulakshana Pandit’s legacy lives on, not as a memory of the past, but as music that continues to move hearts in the present and beyond.