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Salil Chowdhury

Samasayaphala (1971)

A Kannada musical featuring some of the most unique compositions by Salil Chowdhury.

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Film Information

Language: Kannada

Lyrics: Ku. Ra. Seetharama Shastry

Samasayaphala (1971) is one of Salil Chowdhury’s memorable Kannada works. The soundtrack contains several remarkable compositions recorded by some of the finest singers of South India such as P. Susheela, P. B. Srinivas, and L. R. Eswari.

Songs

Nr Song Singer(s) HndMalTamTelKanBngOth
SL1 Dooradinda Bandhantha L. R. Eswari SS4----SC7-
SL2 Edegunee Doorada P. B. Srinivas, P. Susheela & Chorus AN1------
SL3 Kuniyutha Jhanana Jhana P. Susheela -----OS29-
SL4 Tharunnyaa Thumbi L. R. Eswari & Chorus -----OS41-
SL5 Harushaa Dooradaa P. Susheela AD1DV6---SC48-
SL6 Premaa Virinchiya P. B. Srinivas, Sabita Chowdhury -----MW14-

Notes & Background

According to Kannada music historian Sridhar Rajanna, the song "Dooradinda Bandanta" is considered one of the finest cabaret-style compositions in Kannada film history with a strong rock & roll guitar influence. It remains popular in live orchestra performances and is still played on All India Radio.

This film showcases Salil's extraordinary ability to adapt his musical ideas into regional languages while preserving his unique orchestral identity.

More writings and insights on Salil’s Kannada works can be found on Sridhar's blog: http://sridiary.blogspot.com