Archive · 3 Aug 2025
How RD Burman Got 'Teesri Manzil' Music Over Kapoor's Choice
Shammi Kapoor initially didn't want RD Burman to create music for his film, 'Teesri Manzil.'
The producer, Nasir Hussain, encouraged him to listen to Burman's work.
Kapoor agreed and loved the music.
This helped the film become popular and successful.
It led to a lasting friendship and further successful collaborations.
Shammi Kapoor initially favored Shankar-Jaikishan for 'Teesri Manzil' music.
Nasir Hussain convinced Kapoor to listen to RD Burman's compositions.
Kapoor was won over by Burman's fresh and energetic tracks.
'Teesri Manzil' became a box office success, boosted by Burman's music.
The collaboration between RD Burman and Nasir Hussain began with this film.
- Who
- Shammi Kapoor, RD Burman, and Nasir Hussain.
- What
- How RD Burman was chosen to compose music for 'Teesri Manzil'.
- When
- In the 1960s.
- Where
- Bollywood.
- Why
- Because Nasir Hussain believed in RD Burman's talent.
Initial Hesitation
Ultimately Positive
Composer Preference
Initial Hesitation
Shammi Kapoor preferred Shankar-Jaikishan.
Ultimately Positive
Nasir Hussain favored RD Burman.
- Movie
- 'Teesri Manzil'
- Composer Initially Preferred
- Shankar–Jaikishan
- Producer
- Nasir Hussain
- Star
- Shammi Kapoor
- Successful Collaboration
- RD Burman and Nasir Hussain
