Salil Chowdhury

Minoo (1977)

A gentle, emotionally warm children’s film with soulful Antara, Asha, Ranu and Sabita-led compositions by Salil Chowdhury.

Film Information

Language: Hindi

Lyrics: Yogesh

Minoo (1977) is a tender children’s film known primarily for its delightful music by Salil Chowdhury, and for featuring early work by Antara Chowdhury alongside Asha Bhosle, Manna Dey and Ranu Mukherji.

The soundtrack includes multiple versions of “Dheere dheere haulay se”, and a charming set of children’s melodies, especially the playful “Kaali re, kaali re”.

Songs

Nr	Song	Singer(s)	Hnd	Mal	Tam	Tel	Kan	Bng	Oth
MN1	Dheere dheere haulay se	Asha Bhosle, Antara Chowdhury	✔	-	-	-	-	SR1	-
MN2	Dheere dheere haulay se (solo)	Antara Chowdhury	✔	-	-	-	-	SR1	-
MN3	Hum hai.n footpaathi, footpath hamaara	Ranu Mukherji, Sabita Chowdhury	✔	-	-	-	-	-	-
MN4	Teri galiyo.n mein hum aaye	Antara Chowdhury, Manna Dey	✔	-	RG3	-	-	AN35	-
MN5	Kaali re, kaali re, tu to kaali re	Antara Chowdhury	✔	-	-	-	OE2	SC29	-

Notes & Background

Minoo is remembered today largely for its music — a charming blend of innocence, melody and Salil’s trademark orchestral warmth.

The two versions of “Dheere dheere haulay se” showcase both Asha Bhosle’s effortless flow and Antara Chowdhury’s youthful sweetness.

“Kaali re, kaali re” became especially popular in Bengali and Odia adaptations, carrying forward Salil’s melody into regional hits.