Kishore Kumar one of the best singers of all time was also one of the Most Promising actors of the Indian Cinema, which we forget at times. His Unique comic timing was unparallel and those who succeeded him in movies, have only managed to copy what Kishore Kumar did back during his time. We definitely love to listen to his songs always and also enjoy the deep, macho but melodious and unparallel voice of Kishore Kumar, but very often we miss out to opine, what a great and talented actor Kishore Kumar was. A list of ten films is mentioned below that proves the versatility of Kishore Kumar as an actor and the unquestionable king of romantic comedy.
Door Ka Raahi (1971)
The film is undoubtedly a great depiction of the directorial abilities of Kishore Kumar and remains as one of his most mature and emotional films ever. The film successfully delivers a very strong message to humanity in a simple though very effective language.
This film discovered the much hidden side of Kishore Kumar. Kishore Kumar was the actor; he was the director, even wrote the story and also composed the music for the film. The story of the film was all about the selfless service towards mankind. The character that Kishore Kumar Played in the movie unconditionally helps the needy and in doing so, how he adds value to his own life is the story of the film. With some very melodious and immortal songs, this film is a must watch for people who loves to watch serious movies.
Padosan (1968)
Undoubtedly a Cult Classic, this film is a true family entertainer that shows the acting aptitude and singing talent of Kishore Kumar. Some remarkable music by Pancham Da and a wholesome teamwork of Sunil Dutt, Kishore Kumar and Mehmood make it one of the greatest Comedy Films of all time. This is such a movie that does not need much introduction. As per Indiatimes Movies, Padosan remain amongst the “Top 25 Must See Bollywood Films”
Shrimanji (1968)
Film Shrimanji released in the same year as Padosan though it did not get the same success like padosan. But this comedy Movie featuring Kishore Kumar and IS Johar is a worth watch comedy movie with some very hilarious situations of mistaken identity. This is the only movie where two superstars Rajesh Khanna and Dev Anand Could be seen together in the song, “Aare Bhai Shrimaan ji, Kaho Meherbaan ji”.
Mr X in Bombay (1964)
Almost 20 years before Mr. India was released with an Invisible Hero in the film, it was Kishore Kumar who became the invisible hero in this film fighting the goons, foiling the plans of a fraudster and finally winning the heart of the heroine in the whole procedure.
This Comedy thriller Film with funny Kishore Kumar comedy was a real rage at its time. Kumar played a lumbering poet who suddenly becomes an Invisible Super Hero after getting the secret formula to become invisible. The haunting melody, ‘Mere Mehboob Qayamat Hogi’ in this movie is evergreen and immortal. To know the untold rare story of making of this evergreen song, click the link below to know why and how Laxmikanth Pyarelal Ji finalized Kishore kumar to sing the song though their first choice for this song was either Mohd Rafi or Mukesh.
Door Gagan Ki Chhaon Mein (1964)
If you are bored and stressed from you work and busy life, this movie is a must watch for you. This is a much insightful film of Kishore Kumar about a father frantically searching for a solution to restore the lost voice of his son. The film for the first time introduced Kishore Kumar’s son Amit Kumar in the movie. Door Gagan Ki Chhaon Mein marks the sign of Kishore Kumar’s vividness and brilliance as a filmmaker. With some extraordinary acting and Immortal songs, this film should not missed by any movie lover.
Half-Ticket (1962)
Another Masterpiece Comedy Film featuring Kishore Kumar and Madhubala, Half-Ticket is the kind of film you can watch on any sunday afternoon with your family. This Fun Riot featured Kishore Kumar pretending to be a child so he can travel to Bombay on half a ticket. Though a very simple story, the film is a madcap comedy with astonishing comic timing of kishore kumar doing real justice to the role. With some very beautiful and evergreen songs, don’t miss this movie ever, if you are a comedy movie lover.
Jhumroo (1961)
A Brilliant musical romantic comedy Film, Jhumroo will remain as a witness on the remarkable pairing of Kishore Kumar and Madhubala. The Story is about a normal guy falling in love with a rich girl. But what makes Jhumroo really different and breathtaking is Kishore Kumar’s improvisational comedy and Immortal melodies of Kishore Kumar. The music of Sachin Dev Burman was very well-crafted both visually and musically. It was one of the last films of Madhubala.
Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi (1958)
this was the first time when three Ganguly Brothers Ashok Kumar, Kishore Kumar and Anoop Kumar could be seen in a movie. This film released when Kishore Kumar’s popularity as an actor was at its peak. But still he was struggling to be accepted as a singer. By this time Kishore Kumar had already developed his signature style of yodeling. But his on-screen chemistry with Madhubala made this comedy film a Cult classic forever.
Musafir (1957)
It was Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s first film as director. This film was an episodic story featuring a landlord, with his house and different types of tenants living there. Each of families living in that house had a unique story and one of those stories showed Kishore Kumar as a sole breadwinner of a family. He’s a very happy go lucky person who always tries to keep his sad sister Nirupa Roy happy, but when he doesn’t get a job, he faces huge dreadful circumstances. This film is a blend of serious drama and light-hearted comedy from Kishore Kumar’s Part. This might be the only movie where we can watch Kishore Kumar, Dilip Kumar and Suchitra Sen in the film.
Naukri (1954)
A socio-political drama which was directed by Bimal Roy. This movie featured Kishore Kumar in a rare serious performance for the first time. The story of the film showed the true phase of unemployment those times, and its consequential damage to the youth of society. There was no chance of comedy for kishore kumar in this movie, so he played a very reserved and very valuable role in this memorable movie. The song ‘Chota sa Ghar Hoga’, still haunts people for which kishore kumar had to record this song with a condition given by the music director of the movie, Salil Choudhury. Do watch the video below to know the unheard story of making of an immortal song.
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