Film: Hum dil de chuke sanam (1999)
Singers : Shankar Mahadevan, Ustad Sultan Khan, Kavita Krishnamurthy
Lyrics : Mehboob
Music : Ismail Darbar
Raag : Ahir Bhairav
Flute used for notations : F#
Flute
PP DPM MMM
MM PMG GGG
RG MG PM DP
GM PD GMPDDPMGRGS
Strings
SRGMPDND SNDPMGGM
SRGMPDND SNDPMGGM
PNP SSS RSS SSS
PNP SSS RSS SSS
SRS MMM PMM MMM
MGG GGG MGR RRR
PNP SSS RSS SSS
PNP SSS RSS SSS
SRS MMM PMM MMM
MGG GGG MGR RRR
albela sajan aayo ree
GMR S N S R G G M
albela sajan aayo ree
GMR S N S R G G M
mora haath bhar sukh paayo ree
M M P D N S NSND PNDPM G
albela sajan aayo ree
GMR S N S R G G M
al bela
RG PMPMPMPM PMG
al bela
RG PMPMPMPM PMG
al bela
PD NDS NSNDP
albela
PD NDS NSNDP
albela
NSND PDNDPM
albela
NSND PDNDPM
RGMPDPMGMPDND RGMPDPMGMPDNND
PDNSRSRDNSRRRG SGRSRRSNDPMG
||Albela
Dhiranananana Dhiranna
S R S N D P D N R
Dhiranana Dhiranananana Dhirannana
P M G R G M G R S N P D R S
Shok Puraao Mangala Gaaao
P D N S RS S RS N D S NN
nanana nanana nanana na na na na
S R S N D N P D P P D N S
Shok Puraao Mangala Gaaao
P D N SGRS S RS N D S NN
Manrang Nith Paaa yore
S RS N NSND PDNM G R
Taranana Taranana Taranana Tarenaaaaa
S R S S S R S S S R S S N S R R S
Dhirana Dheemtanana Dira Dira Dira Dira naaa
R S S G G G G G R G R G R G R G R S
Taranana nanana nanana nanananana naaaaa
G M G G G M G G M G G M G G G GMP MGRS
aaaa aaa aaa aaaaa aaa aaa
GMGG GMG GMG GMGGG GMP GRS
Tarana nanana
G M G R G S
Tarana nanana
G M G R G S
Naranana nanana
N S N D P D M
If you’ve ever been captivated by a song that feels like it has a soul of its own, “Albela Sajan Aayo Ri” might just top that list. This beautiful classic, soaked in the essence of Raag Ahir Bhairav, has gracefully traveled through time — from traditional mehfils to the grand canvas of Bollywood.
For me, the first time I heard it was in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. Ustad Sultan Khan, Shankar Mahadevan, and Kavita Krishnamurthy’s soulful rendition gave it a delicate charm, making it the perfect soundtrack to Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai’s on-screen chemistry. The song didn’t just play; it lingered — like a sweet memory you don’t want to forget.
Fast forward to 2015, and Sanjay Leela Bhansali gave it a grand revival in Bajirao Mastani. This time, with an ensemble of six powerful voices, the track took on an entirely new persona. The energy was heightened, the tempo bolder, yet the soul of the song remained untouched. And guess what? Even Ranveer Singh, who was used to the adrenaline rush of songs like “Malhari,” was stunned by the emotional depth of “Albela Sajan”. Now, that’s the magic of music!
But what makes it even more fascinating is its connection to classical roots. Bhansali drew inspiration from the legendary Kishori Amonkar’s rendition of Raag Bhoopali. Talk about paying homage to the masters! And the lyrics? Pure poetic brilliance. Lines like “Chauk purao mangal gao” are a nod to traditional celebratory customs, adding layers of cultural richness to the song.
“Albela Sajan Aayo Ri” isn’t just a track you listen to — it’s an experience. Every note feels like a celebration, every rhythm echoes centuries of tradition. Whether you’re a classical music lover or just someone who appreciates timeless melodies, this one’s definitely worth a listen. Trust me, it’s the kind of song that stays with you
6 Responses
Please differentiate komal and tivra swar
I write komal swar in small letters like, s r g d n. And, for Tivra Ma I use succeeding # (hash), like M#
but there is no M# and small letters
No, it has only two such notes, which are Komal Re and Komal Ni,
Both “Ni” and “Re” are komal swar rest are shudh swar
true.. as it is bhairav