Bollywood's Kite Flying Hits: 5 Iconic Songs That Soared to Blockbuster Status

• Indian cinema has a rich tradition of depicting kite flying during festivals like Makar Sankranti or Uttarayan, with several songs becoming iconic.
• "Udi Udi Jaye" from 'Raees' (Shah Rukh Khan, Mahira Khan) captures Gujarat's Uttarayan vibrancy, blending kite flying with Garba.
• "Dheel De, Dheel De De Re Bhaiya" from 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' (Salman Khan, Aishwarya Rai) is a classic Makar Sankranti anthem, showcasing Gujarati culture and playful romance.
• "Manjha" from 'Kai Po Che' uses kite flying as a backdrop to tell a story of friendship and dreams, remaining popular among youth.
• "Ambarsariya" from 'Fukrey' features romantic kite scenes, contributing to the film's success, which had three hit parts.

Why It Matters: Bollywood's kite flying songs, from 'Raees' to 'Fukrey', have consistently created romantic and festive blockbusters.