Raj Kapoor's Unused Tune: How It Powered Two Blockbusters, One Caused a Stir

• A single musical tune, originally composed for Raj Kapoor's incomplete film 'Ajanta', became the basis for songs in two of his blockbuster movies.
• The tune was first used in the 1964 film 'Sangam' for the song "I Love You" and later in the 1985 film 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili' for "Sun Sahiba Sun".
• 'Sangam', Raj Kapoor's first color film, was a romantic musical drama starring Raj Kapoor, Rajendra Kumar, and Vyjayanthimala, with music by Shankar-Jaikishan.
• 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili', starring Rajiv Kapoor and Mandakini, was an all-time blockbuster but generated significant controversy due to Mandakini's sensual scenes.
• The idea for 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili' originated from a bhajan, with music composer Ravindra Jain helping to develop the story's core theme.

Why It Matters: Raj Kapoor's genius turned an unused tune into two iconic blockbuster films, one sparking controversy.