Ganesh Chaturthi: A Celebration of Lord Ganesha
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi, is a widely celebrated festival marking the birth of Lord Ganesha. This year, the festival falls on Wednesday, August 27.
The festival is characterized by grand celebrations and vibrant community gatherings, as devotees honor the beloved elephant-headed deity. Bollywood has contributed significantly to the festivities by producing a variety of memorable songs associated with Ganesh Chaturthi, ranging from traditional aartis to lively dance tracks. Music enthusiasts are encouraged to engage with these iconic tracks to enhance their celebratory atmosphere.
Bollywood’s Iconic Ganesh Songs
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Deva Shree Ganesha
Featured in the 2012 film Agneepath, “Deva Shree Ganesha” is a powerful Ganpati anthem. It is performed by Ajay Gogavale, composed by Ajay-Atul, and written by Amitabh Bhattacharya. The song showcases the grandeur of the festival through its vibrant visuals featuring Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra Jonas.
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Bappa
The song “Bappa,” from the 2016 movie Banjo, is sung by Vishal Dadlani and composed by Vishal-Shekhar, with lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya. The energetic performance includes Riteish Deshmukh and Nargis Fakhri in lead roles.
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Suno Ganpati Bappa Morya
Featured in the 2017 film Judwaa 2, this song is sung by Amit Mishra, with music by Sajid-Wajid and lyrics by Danish Sabri. The film stars Varun Dhawan, Taapsee Pannu, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Anupam Kher.
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Mourya Re
“Mourya Re,” from Don, is sung by Shankar Mahadevan and features music from the trio Ehsaan Noorani, Loy Mendonca, and Mahadevan himself. Javed Akhtar provided the lyrics for this celebrated track.
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Gajanana
The song “Gajanana,” from Bajirao Mastani, is performed by Sukhwinder Singh, with lyrics by Prashant Ingole. Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the film showcases performances by Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh.
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Listening to these compelling and inspiring Ganpati songs is sure to lift the spirits of devotees and enhance the joy of the festival.
