Baazi (1951) Music, Starcast, Story

Baazi is a 1951 hindi movie directed by Guru Dutt. The film stars charismatic Dev Anand, Kalpana Kartik and Geeta Bali in lead roles. This film was produced by Dev Anand’s own production company Navketan Films. Story and screenplay of the film is written by Balraj Sahni. This movie is also known for its music composed by S. D. Burman.

Baazi Storyline Plot

Baazi is a crime thriller movie which set new standards for hindi films. Madan (Dev Anand) is an unemployed youth who belongs to a middle class family but due to circumstances has to live in poverty. He has a younger sister Manju who is sick. Madan is unable to find a decent job and tries his luck at gambling.  His luck shines in gambling and he earns the reputation of being a lucky gambler. A man named Pedro takes him to an unknown place where he meets a dancer named Leela. Pedro introduces him to Maalik who offers Madan to work for him by luring rich people for gambling at his club. At first Madan refuses the offer as his conscience does not allows him to do so but later he accepts the offer as he needs the money urgently for the treatment of his sister Manju who is suffering from tublerculosis. He befriends Dr. Rajani ( Kalpana Kartik ) who runs a free clinic for the treatment of poor and needy. He seeks Rajni’s help for the treatment of his sister. Gradually Madan and Rajni start loving each other. Rajni’ father (K. N Singh)  who is a lawyer does not approves of Rajni and Madan’s relationship as does not consider Madan apt for Rajni because of his poor background. Madan is in dire need of money for the treatment of his sister’s illness. He accepts the offer of gambling at Maaliik’s club.  Rajni’s father and Maailk are the same person. Madan discusses his problems with dancer Leela who starts liking her and sacrifices her life to save Madan when a bullet is fired at him. Madan is framed for Leela’s murder as his finger prints were found on the revolver. He is arrested by Inspector Ramesh and is sentenced to be hanged. Later Ramesh learns with some evidence that Madan is innocent. He lies to Rajni’s father that Madan has been hanged. Rajni’s father reveals in over enthusiasm that he has planned to kill Madan as he did not like him. He is arrested by Inspector Ramesh and Madan is proven innocent. Madan is freed from jail after three months  and re unites with Rajni.

Baazi Songs List

  1. Tadbeer Se Bigdi Hui Taqdeer Bana Le song is a very popular song from the movie Baazi starring Dev Anand, Geeta Bali and Kalpana Kartik. This song is sung by Geeta Bali. Music is composed by S D Burman. Lyrics are penned by Sahir Ludhianvi.
  2. Suno Gajar Kya Gaaye song from the movie Baazi features Geeta Bali and Dev Anand. This interesting song is sung by Geeta Bali. Music is composed by Sachin Dev Burman. Lyrics are penned by Sahir Ludhianvi.
  3. Aaj Ki Raat Piya song from the movie Baazi features Kalpana Kartik and Dev Anand in the video. This song is sung by Kalpana Kartik. Music is composed by Sachin Dev Burman. Lyrics are penned by Sahir Ludhianvi.
  4. Dekh Ke Akeli Mohe Barkha Sataaye song from the crime thriller movie Baazi is a romantic song sung by Geeta Bali. Music has been created by R D Burman. Lyrics are written by Sahir Ludhianvi.
  5. Yeh Kaun Aaya Ki Meri Dil Ki Duniya Mein song from the movie Baazi features Kalpana Kartik. This solo love song is sung by Geeta Bali. Music has been composed by Sachin Dev Burman. Lyrics are written by Sahir Ludhianvi.
  6. Mere Labon Pe song from the movie Baazi is the only song in the movie in male voice. This peppy song featuring Dev Anand is sung by Kishore Kumar. Music of the song is composed by S D Burman. Lyrics are penned by Sahir Ludhianvi.
  7. Sharmaaye Kaahe Ghabraaye Kaahe song is a lively song from the Baazi. The song features Geeta Bali who plays the role of a club dancer. Sung by Geeta Dutt. Music is composed by S D Burman. Lyrics are penned by Sahir Ludhianvi.
  8. Tum Bhi Na Bhoolo Balam song from the Dev Anand, Kalpana Kartik and Geeta Bali starrer is a sentimental romantic number sung by Geeta Dutt. Music is composed by Sachin Dev Burman. Lyrics are penned by Sahir Ludhianvi.

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