If I ever meet Javed Akhtar in person I will make it a point to thank him for writing the lyrics of two songs in particular. One of those songs is “Yahi Hota Pyaar” from Namastey London. Context of this song is as beautiful as the song itself. Its about being in love with someone … Read more
The List: People that truly have loved and respected me, despite being myself A tight hug from my Niece Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy – Have been reading it every night before I go to bed :) Realizing how much you truly care for someone else, out of the blue. Javed Akhtar‘s poetry in Namastey … Read more
Sach toh yeh hai kasoor apana hain
Chaand ko chuune ki tamanna ki
Aasamaan ko jamin par maanga
Phool chaaha ki paththaron pe khilein
Kaanton mein ki talaash khoshboo ki
Aarjoo ki ke aag thandak de
Barf mein dhundate rahein garmi
Khwaab jo dekha chaaha sach ho jaaye
Isaki humko saja toh milani hi thi
Sach toh yeh hai kasoor apana hain
-Javed Akhtar (Main Jahaan Rahoon[mehfil mix] – Namastey London)
(Havent done a translation in a long time… But thats not going to stop me ;) )