In 1965, she appeared as a masked dancer in Gumnaam, performing in the song Jaan Pehechan Ho. Laxmi Chhaya, a dancer whose frantic hand-shaking, head-tossing, smiling, and leaping is almost overwhelming in its joie de vivre. Her performance gained a cult following across India and America; it has been regarded as her signature work. India Times Group states: "The enthusiastic dance by Laxmi Chhaya and Herman Benjamin is not something today’s actors will be able to pull off with the same ease and grace." On 9 May 2004, Chhaya died from cancer in Mumbai at the age of 56. Tributes have been published and created in recognition of Chhaya's work in the film industry.
I've watched this frantic yet strangely elegant dance MANY times Mohammad, and it is almost hypnotic! Thank you for your info on Laxmi, she is a performer for the ages, regardless of national culture.
A sad update to be sure. . .This strange video, which I first came across several years ago, never ceased to make me smile. Certainly hate to hear of Ms. Chhaya's demise, but thank you for the update.
I think first song composed by Shankar jaikishan with western instrument. Who can forget Mohammed Rafi for the melodious voice. The song was super hit during the 60s and played at every corner of Mumbai during various ceremonies.
Laxmi Chaya overnight became a craze during Gumnaam days ; with this spellbinding song from Rafi sahab. A masterpiece creation from SJ . And what to say about Rafi's mesmerising Hyna like giggles ( Jaikishan said , it is impossible to copy Rafi sahab's Jaan Pehchan Ho ) .
A trend-setter Rock n Roll Indian style music composed by the greatest of all musicians, Shankarji and an unparalleled performance by Rafi Saab, as usual including the wonderful counter-music(orchestra). The superb choreographer Herman Benjamin (singing in white suit), Laxmi Chayya and the whole choreography was fantastic. May God bless the departed souls of Rafi Saab, Shankarji, Shailendra and all those who passed away. All of the musicians performed manually, no digital stuff was invented at the time, simply unbelievable considering the tremendous arrangement of the orchestra in complete harmony with Rafi Saab's outstanding delivery of the melody ❤️❤️❤❤️❤️❤. ️
Seriously, how did they maintain this crazy head-shaking for so long? Even if with a bunch of takes, I'd pass out from all the blood swishing around in my head.
Terrific. SJ's masterpiece. Rafi rocks. Another highlight is Lakshmi Chhaya's dance. But above all it is SJ's orchestra that is the major highlighht. Typical SJ song. Listen to others like "Badan pe sitare" and they all have the SJ stamp. Thanks
And for those friends who want to enjoy the lyrics along with this awesome music Jaan pehechan ho, We should know each other Jeena aasaan ho, Living would be easy Dil ko churane walon, Those who steal hearts Aankh na churavo, Should not move away Naam tho batavo.. Tell me your name ... Aaj ki yeh shaam javan, The evening is young Yun na chali jaaye, It must not be lost Phir se na aayegi yeh kisi ke bulaaye, It won't come back on anyone's call Jaan pehechan ho We should know each other Bolo yeh na bolo tum, You say it or not Hogaye ishaare, The contact is established Sidi sidi chot huve dil pe hamaare Straight hit to my heart Jaan pehechan ho We should know each other Chup chup dekha dekhi, Quietly staring Nazaren diwani, Our crazy eyes Zara si yeh baat ban jaaye na kahani, This little thing might end up being a story Jaan pehechan ho, We should know each other Jeena aasaan ho, Living would be easy
Sheer fun from beginning to the end.....what an energy!! Awesome number from 1965 Bollywood movie Gumnam but still rocking in 2017. The man in black goggles and white suite with mike is the choreographer Herman Benjamin of this dance sequence and lead dancer is Laxmi Chhaya from Gujarat, India.
@@1707447 Ted Lyons (his real name was Terrence) was a background dancer in Bollywood films from the mid 1950s to the early 70s. His band was a real one that played at weddings and receptions. Ted moved to Australia with his wife Lorna in 1972.
@@1707447 The only reason why I heard of Ted Lyons was though his younger sister Edwina. She was also in the film line and worked from the 1950s to the late 60s.
@@musiccubed2650 In that case, I must must keep reading about your memories. Hope you are remembering and writing them for future generation. If not, I urge you on behalf of all filmi buffs to write for us. You have got excellent writing style.
I saw this Gumnaam movie in the year 1978 and all the songs in this movie were very famous in those days. Now also this song is very good because of the music and song. Based this movie Tamil movie named அதே கண்கள் has come
When legendary Mohammed Rafi sang this song at that he was number one male playback singer at that time. According to veteran journalist Raju bharatan legendary Mohammed Rafi was number one male playback singer of hindi film industry from 1st December 1961 to 26th September 1969.
When legendary Mohammed Rafi sang this song at that time he was number one male playback at that time. According to veteran journalist Raju bharatan legendary Mohammed Rafi was number one male playback of hindi film industry from 1st December 1961 to 26th September 1969.
Again from 1974 he was on top and was declared the Sarwishesht Singer ( Greatest Singer) in 1977 and remained the Greatest till his death In July 1980 at rhe age of about 55 years.
Ahaaa .. the memories. Helen reincarnated with even more frenetic energy. And as ever the parody of "western" fashions. Ironically in today's world this true Bollywood style has relevance. But still makes me chuckle .... twenty five years after sitting in a Mumbai theater ....
Shanker, Jaikishan music composition is outstanding even today's standards. Instrument players were extremely talented.This item is copied by many musicians worldwide in many languages. 👌
Watch Laxmi chaya's dance item "Awara hai mera dil" ( club dance) in Raat aur din movie. Great performance with nice expressions and swift movements. 👌
I did see the Hindi-to-American English translation on one of these YourTube vids for Jaan Pehechaan Ho several months ago... I also saw the translation on a lyrics website... might wanna Google the name of the song buddy
It was sad for me to learn that Laxmi Chayaa died of cancer at 56 years old in 2004. She's the lead dancer in the video. Now I want to know more about her.
They were not shaking their heads, but rather spinning them around so fast it created an optical illusion. The demons possessing them thought the spewing of pea soup would have been in poor taste, even for them.
Hard to believe..the song is 56 years old. Only Rafi could have pulled this off...
In 1965, she appeared as a masked dancer in Gumnaam, performing in the song Jaan Pehechan Ho. Laxmi Chhaya, a dancer whose frantic hand-shaking, head-tossing, smiling, and leaping is almost overwhelming in its joie de vivre.
Her performance gained a cult following across India and America; it has been regarded as her signature work. India Times Group states: "The enthusiastic dance by Laxmi Chhaya and Herman Benjamin is not something today’s actors will be able to pull off with the same ease and grace."
On 9 May 2004, Chhaya died from cancer in Mumbai at the age of 56. Tributes have been published and created in recognition of Chhaya's work in the film industry.
I've watched this frantic yet strangely elegant dance MANY times Mohammad, and it is almost hypnotic! Thank you for your info on Laxmi, she is a performer for the ages, regardless of national culture.
You are absolutely right
VERY GOOD & BEAUTIFUL & correct!!!!!
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A sad update to be sure. . .This strange video, which I first came across several years ago, never ceased to make me smile. Certainly hate to hear of Ms. Chhaya's demise, but thank you for the update.
I think first song composed by Shankar jaikishan with western instrument. Who can forget Mohammed Rafi for the melodious voice. The song was super hit during the 60s and played at every corner of Mumbai during various ceremonies.
Laxmi Chaya overnight became a craze during Gumnaam days ; with this spellbinding song from Rafi sahab. A masterpiece creation from SJ . And what to say about Rafi's mesmerising Hyna like giggles ( Jaikishan said , it is impossible to copy Rafi sahab's Jaan Pehchan Ho ) .
A trend-setter Rock n Roll Indian style music composed by the greatest of all musicians, Shankarji and an unparalleled performance by Rafi Saab, as usual including the wonderful counter-music(orchestra). The superb choreographer Herman Benjamin (singing in white suit), Laxmi Chayya and the whole choreography was fantastic. May God bless the departed souls of Rafi Saab, Shankarji, Shailendra and all those who passed away. All of the musicians performed manually, no digital stuff was invented at the time, simply unbelievable considering the tremendous arrangement of the orchestra in complete harmony with Rafi Saab's outstanding delivery of the melody ❤️❤️❤❤️❤️❤. ️
Absolutely no auto tune days
Worth watching at least zillion times.
I think googolplex times! Isn't it?
Seriously, how did they maintain this crazy head-shaking for so long? Even if with a bunch of takes, I'd pass out from all the blood swishing around in my head.
Shaken Adult Syndrome 🤪
the amount of energetic performance put in the song by everybody deserve round of applause
God I love this!!! Can't understand a word the guy is singing, but who cares? TUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUNE!!!!
dont concern yourself in what the lyrics are about, its indian
It is just good, GOOD music.
Hands up those of us who grew up listening and dancing to this song, before Ghost World and Heineken.
Terrific. SJ's masterpiece. Rafi rocks. Another highlight is Lakshmi Chhaya's dance. But above all it is SJ's orchestra that is the major highlighht. Typical SJ song. Listen to others like "Badan pe sitare" and they all have the SJ stamp.
Thanks
Incredibly 60s and very cool! From India no less. Can't watch this enough.
Why do I enjoy this so much? insanely fun, yes.
Utterly brilliant. In a dark dark world, this should be broadcast instead of the mainstream media news.😍🤩🥰
Knock knock
Who is there
Jaan Pehechaan
Jaan Pehechaan Who?
Jeena aasaan ho
Laughed unnecessarily hard at this 😂
MR. BENJAMIN IS SINGING!!!!!!
@@durgadas3505 Mr. Benjamin is acting. Singer is Mohamad Rafi of Bollywood.
one of the coolest things I have ever seen!!!
GREATEST HIT OF SANKAR JAIKISAN!!! WORLD RECORD IN THE INTERNATIONAL SCENARIO!!!!
Rafi kie kaha choor diya, world hit by the only master and king of India.
Inimitable Versatile and Evergreen singing of my favorite Rafisaheb ❤ 💯
And for those friends who want to enjoy the lyrics along with this awesome music
Jaan pehechan ho,
We should know each other
Jeena aasaan ho,
Living would be easy
Dil ko churane walon,
Those who steal hearts
Aankh na churavo,
Should not move away
Naam tho batavo..
Tell me your name ...
Aaj ki yeh shaam javan,
The evening is young
Yun na chali jaaye,
It must not be lost
Phir se na aayegi yeh kisi ke bulaaye,
It won't come back on anyone's call
Jaan pehechan ho
We should know each other
Bolo yeh na bolo tum,
You say it or not
Hogaye ishaare,
The contact is established
Sidi sidi chot huve dil pe hamaare
Straight hit to my heart
Jaan pehechan ho
We should know each other
Chup chup dekha dekhi,
Quietly staring
Nazaren diwani,
Our crazy eyes
Zara si yeh baat ban jaaye na kahani,
This little thing might end up being a story
Jaan pehechan ho,
We should know each other
Jeena aasaan ho,
Living would be easy
Thank you for this!! I always wondered what he sang. Love this tune!
Wow. I just noticed this comment. The part that always got me laughing is the part that sounded like it said “trooper trooper dickie dickie “
Sheer fun from beginning to the end.....what an energy!! Awesome number from 1965 Bollywood movie Gumnam but still rocking in 2017. The man in black goggles and white suite with mike is the choreographer Herman Benjamin of this dance sequence and lead dancer is Laxmi Chhaya from Gujarat, India.
Any information about Ted Lyons and his cubs please?
@@1707447 Ted Lyons (his real name was Terrence) was a background dancer in Bollywood films from the mid 1950s to the early 70s. His band was a real one that played at weddings and receptions. Ted moved to Australia with his wife Lorna in 1972.
@@musiccubed2650 Thanks so much. I am impressed by your knowledge. It needs lot of interest and devotion to know and remember such things.
@@1707447 The only reason why I heard of Ted Lyons was though his younger sister Edwina. She was also in the film line and worked from the 1950s to the late 60s.
@@musiccubed2650 In that case, I must must keep reading about your memories. Hope you are remembering and writing them for future generation. If not, I urge you on behalf of all filmi buffs to write for us. You have got excellent writing style.
I saw this Gumnaam movie in the year 1978 and all the songs in this movie were very famous in those days. Now also this song is very good because of the music and song. Based this movie Tamil movie named அதே கண்கள் has come
Great Musician Duo Shanker & Jaikishen and sung by Mohammed Rafi. Forever young song.
Lajawab , bemishal aawaz Rafisahab salute
This song and music are featured in the new Heineken ad in the U.S.! Very cool.
This may be the best thing I've ever seen, ever
Incredible track, thank you Ghost World opening scene :)
i think you mean "thank you, *bollywood*"...
@@dimmersee8935 No, its inclusion in Ghost World exposed this song to millions who would have never seen it otherwise.
Excellent melodious voice. So well sung there is no match
He's a famous singer from India called Mohammed Rafi
I would say, the GREATEST Singer of all times!!!
No comparison to this club dance .Really superb music & and evergreen Mohd ,Rafiji.
Something infectious about this. Great track. Bet she has a head ache after though, proper wobbly head action :)
The movie is Gumnam. Based on the Agatha Christie story...the Hollywood movie is "then there were none."
Ghost World brought me here. Luv this!
Great Song. Goan guys behind this awesome creation for shankar Jaiskishan
When legendary Mohammed Rafi sang this song at that he was number one male playback singer at that time. According to veteran journalist Raju bharatan legendary Mohammed Rafi was number one male playback singer of hindi film industry from 1st December 1961 to 26th September 1969.
Nattu nattu ko golden globe aaj jamane main mila agar Geet us jamane main Oscar ke liye bheja hota 100% is Geet ko pakka Oscar mil gaya hota
the amount of energetic performance put in the song by every day one deserve round of applause.....
Still loving this in 2020 lockdown....
Me too. I was sad to learn that the lead dancer died in 2004 at 56 years old from Cancer. Laxmi Chayaa.
raafi sir at his best what magnetic voice
Laxm chaya role. and songs in Mera gaon Mera Desh are awesomes
Best film intro ever and there's been some gems, very Tarantino
Super hit song by great rafi saheb.
Ich bin immer wieder fasziniert von diesem irren Tanz.
Great movie and a great song
The epitome of cool! Why can't there be ANYTHING this cool nowadays? fuck! I must leave this world now.
What a rocking song and what an energetic and fast dancing from begining to the end of the song.
@psteve This upload is approaching its TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY! And it gets better every time I watch.
I wandered to your channel today and had to subscribe. I like your eclectic taste, a wonderful mix of music & culture. Made my Friday!
Ted LYONS and HIS CUBS. Best thing written on a drum evar
you are right... but here in this song... its Lakshmi Chhaya .. Amazing Indian Dancer died at age of 56...!!
When legendary Mohammed Rafi sang this song at that time he was number one male playback at that time. According to veteran journalist Raju bharatan legendary Mohammed Rafi was number one male playback of hindi film industry from 1st December 1961 to 26th September 1969.
Wrong he was no. 1 Till 1980 still no one can replace him. He is icon of hindi music world. The greatest among All singers no one near him.
Again from 1974 he was on top and was declared the Sarwishesht Singer ( Greatest Singer) in 1977 and remained the Greatest till his death In July 1980 at rhe age of about 55 years.
Ahaaa .. the memories. Helen reincarnated with even more frenetic energy. And as ever the parody of "western" fashions. Ironically in today's world this true
Bollywood style has relevance. But still makes me chuckle .... twenty five years after sitting in a Mumbai theater ....
All in one MUHAMMAD Rafi sahab 🙏
Shanker, Jaikishan music composition is outstanding even today's standards. Instrument players were extremely talented.This item is copied by many musicians worldwide in many languages. 👌
superb song by Rafi....
Why has not this video gone viral?
it did, it was on a Heineken commercial like over a year ago.
Oh, thanks. I should watch more TV. Nah, RUclips is much more efficient.
60 year old composition in a alien language....
Masters of master music by our great emperor music director Shankar jaikishan ji lyrics SH with master style dance 🩰 Herman Benjamin
Lovely song❤
All time iconic
godd I LVOE THIS VID !! It's so whacky and alive !
Yeah, I saw Todd Rundgren did a Boffo version of this tune!
I love this song from my childhood.
Till now unparallele. No doubt all side are super.
Extremely extraordinary
@dehota007 Me. And Im glad I found it. Only hearing part of it on the commercial was driving me nuts!
Such a fine song and fast dance nearly 60 years back difficult believe
2:52 is the best this ever. EVER.
Lifetime✍️ Evergreen🌲 Song🎵💞 ☝
So much released energy!
Gina is the only one to lift her mask 💖
my geek of a woman's secret ambition is to recapture this dance and a party like this!
Evergreen song in my life
This IS the epitome of Cool !
Watch Laxmi chaya's dance item "Awara hai mera dil" ( club dance) in Raat aur din movie. Great performance with nice expressions and swift movements. 👌
The male dancers are all escapees from The Village!
You are Dancer Number 6!
I wish you could dance like this today...I would be a star for sure
Old is gold 😊
this makes me Happy :)
Ghost world
so so cool, makes u want to dance
I lost weight just watchng this!:)
Fantasti superb dance by all dancer kudos to the lady she's really great good dancer band and singer best no one
Her name is Laxmi Chahya. You can also see her in movie Teesri Manzil. She looks beautiful than the actress :P
What a great smile she has.
Asha Parekh FAT duck
I did see the Hindi-to-American English translation on one of these YourTube vids for Jaan Pehechaan Ho several months ago... I also saw the translation on a lyrics website... might wanna Google the name of the song buddy
Enooorme canción. Me encanta!
This song is so sick.
do a google search lyrics Jaan Pehechaan Ho and pick the one with grabbingsand in the addy and you get the english translation
A friend of mine just pointed me at this.It's *wonderful*! I did a quick search, and found a Wikipedia article on it: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gumnaam
SUPERB SONG 👌👌👌👌👌
Jaan Pehechaan Ho I LOVE YOU
4:50 I be flossin'
Ted Lyons and His Cubs.
Ah, the 60's, you had to be there.
It was sad for me to learn that Laxmi Chayaa died of cancer at 56 years old in 2004. She's the lead dancer in the video. Now I want to know more about her.
@@jeffreykaufmann2867 a small time actress , not very well known in India
Don't you know Tarantino was pissed when he found out Heineken had beat him to this ultra-cool jewel?
Energetic song
I don’t understand a lick,but this one rocks!😎
I don't understand a word either. But I've listened to it so many times I think I could sing it anyway. Kind of like La Marseillaise in that regard.
faaaaantastic!!!
might probably like this one too "Apna Desh - Duniya mein logon ko"
Makes me think of the Crazy 88s in Kill Bill....
Heineken brought me here, well worth it.
SJ was knows that very well that who can sing his which song very well
They were not shaking their heads, but rather spinning them around so fast it created an optical illusion. The demons possessing them thought the spewing of pea soup would have been in poor taste, even for them.
Who is said this rock n role music n dance is 58 yrs old
It came out in 1965
This is first song who holliwood copy the song of bollywood in many way Evergreen songs
GHOST WORLD!!!