We have songs for every occasion and mood thanks to Bollywood music. Upbeat and dynamic music has replaced the sombre soundtracks from previous films. They are, however, among the most popular musical genres of our time, with unprecedented levels of popularity and appeal. Since their initial release on YouTube, some of these songs have received over a billion views. The top 15 most viewed Hindi songs on YouTube are listed below, with each having more than a billion views.
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The Hanuman Chalisa is a Hindu devotional hymn (stotra) dedicated to the Hindu deity Hanuman. Those who chant Hanuman Chalisa with complete devotion on a regular basis will enjoy excellent health and wealth. Chanting the Hanuman Chalisa will provide relief from any illness or adversity, as well as bring prosperity to one’s life.
Uploader: Gulshan Kumar & Hariharan via T-Series (Bhakti Sagar)
Views: 2.26 billion
Upload Date: 10th May 2011
Language: Awadhi
2. Vaaste
Gulshan Kumar presents the most recent Hindi video song of the year. ” Vaaste” by Bhushan Kumar features ” Dhvani Bhanushali & Nikhil D’Souza,” which is composed by ” Tanishk Bagchi,” and the lyrics are written by ” Arafat Mehmood.” Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru directed the video.
Uploader: Dhvani Bhanushali & Nikhil D’Souza via T-Series
Views: 1.36 billion
Upload Date: 6th April 2019
Language: Hindi
3. Zaroori Tha
Khalil-ur-Rehman Qamar wrote the lyrics and Sahir Ali Bagga composed the music for the song “Zaroori Tha.” The Bigg Boss 7 couple Gauahar Khan and Kushal Tandon star in the music video, which was directed by Rahul Sud. On June 8, 2014, it was released. After two years, it became the first non-film music video from Pakistan to reach 100 million views on YouTube India/Vevo. The song was also featured in Emraan Hashmi and Vidya Balan’s 2015 film Hamari Adhuri Kahani, directed by Mohit Suri.
Uploader: Rahat Fateh Ali Khan via Universal Music India Pvt. Ltd.
Views: 1.24 billion
Upload Date: 9th June 2014
Language: Hindi
In 2016, the song was released and became an instant hit. This was also the first Indian song to receive a million YouTube likes and became one of the most viewed Hindi songs on YouTube. The song is performed by Neha and Tony in the video.
Uploader: Tony Kakkar & Neha Kakkar via Zee Music Company
Views: 1.20 billion
Upload Date: 27th July 2016
Language: Hindi
5. Aankh Marey
Presenting the video song “Aankh Marey” from the Bollywood film Simmba, which stars Ranveer Singh, Sara Ali Khan, Sonu Sood, Siddharth Jadhav, and Ashutosh Rana and is produced by Hiroo Johar, Rohit Shetty, Apoorva Mehta, and Karan Johar.
Uploader: Kumar Sanu & Kavita Krishnamurthyr via T-Series
Views: 1.14 billion
Upload Date: 11th December 2018
Language: Hindi
Gulshan Kumar and T-Series, in collaboration with Emmay Entertainment, present the lyrical video “Dilbar,” featuring Neha Kakkar, Dhvani Bhanushali, Ikka, Tanishk Bagchi’s music, and Shabbir Ahmed’s lyrics, from the upcoming Bollywood film “Satyameva Jayate.”
Uploader: Neha Kakkar, Dhvani Bhanushali & Ikka via T-Series
Views: 1.15 billion
Upload Date: 9th July 2018
Language: Hindi
7. Lut Gaye
Bhushan Kumar’s Lut Gaye, a romantic ballad composed by Tanishk Bagchi, penned by Manoj Muntashir, and sung by Jubin Nautiyal with Emraan Hashmi and Yukti Thareja, is presented by Gulshan Kumar and T-Series. Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru directed the video.
Uploader: Jubin Nautiyal via T-Series
Views: 1.13 billion
Upload Date: 17th February 2021
Language: Hindi
8. Filhall
From the creators of classic songs like Qismat, Maan Bhariya, Pachtaoge, and Coka, one of Bollywood’s most celebrated artists, Akshay Kumar, and Nupur Sanon, present their first ever music video, featuring Bpraak. Filhaal, a song that depicts the story of that true love that is pious, selfless, yet incomplete, is shot by concept king Arvindr Khaira and written by one and only lyrical machine JAANI.
Uploader: B Praak via DM-Desi Melodies
Views: 1.10 billion
Upload Date: 9th November 2019
Language: Punjabi
9. Cham Cham
T-Series presents the full video song Cham Cham from the Bollywood film BAAGHI, directed by Sabbir Khan and starring Tiger Shroff and Shraddha Kapoor. Monali Thakur sings the song Cham Cham, which was composed by Meet Bros and has lyrics written by Kumaar.
Uploader: Meet Bros FT. Monali Thakur via T-Series
Views: 1.0 billion
Upload Date: 6th May 2016
Language: Hindi
10. Swag Se Swagat
Since its release, ‘Swag Se Swagat,’ which features groovy beats by Vishal Dadlani and Neha Bhasin, as well as drool-worthy moves by Salman Khan, Katrina Kaif, and dancers from all over the world swaying to its rhythm, has been breaking records online. This dance song has captivated listeners all over the world. ‘Swag Se Swagat’ is a song about universal brotherhood, peace, and love, with catchy lyrics by Irshad Kamil and upbeat beats by Vishal and Shekhar. Vaibhavi Merchant choreographed the song in a beautiful Greek island setting.
Uploader: Vishal Dadlani & Neha Bhasin via YRF
Views: 908 million
Upload Date: 21st November 2017
Language: Hindi
11. Genda Phool
This steamy track by Badshah and Jacqueline Fernandez has broken all records and continues to chart at the top of all platforms, making it the “Anthem of the Year.” Badshah’s Genda Phool has a distinct folk melody fused with uber urban sounds, ushering in a new era.
Uploader: Badshah & Payal Dev via Sony Music India
Views: 884 million
Upload Date: 26th March 2020
Language: Hindi
12. Leja re
Shreya Ghoshal and Ustad Sultan Khan’s Hindi song “Leja Leja Re” is from the album Ustad & the Divas. Tanishk Bagchi rerecorded it and renamed it Leja Re, with Dhvani Bhanushali singing the new version.
Uploader: Dhvani Bhanushali via T-Series
Views: 867 million
Upload Date: 24th November 2018
Language: Hindi
13. Bom Diggy
Zack Knight composed Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety’s house party anthem “Bom Diggy Diggy.” Zack Knight and Jasmin Walia sing the song, which stars Kartik Aaryan and Sunny Singh. Kartik Aaryan, Nushrat Bharucha, and Sunny Singh star in “Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety.”
Uploader: Zack Knight & Jasmin Walia via T-Series
Views: 853 million
Upload Date: 8th February 2018
Language: Hindi
Presenting the title track from Salman Khan and Sonam Kapoor’s film Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, sung by Palak Muchhal.
Uploader: Palak Muchhal via T-Series
Views: 799 million
Upload Date: 1st December 2015
Language: Hindi
15. Maiya Yashoda
Listen to Anuradha Paudwal and Alka Yagnik’s popular song Maiya Yashoda from the film Hum Saath Saath Hai, which stars Salman Khan, Karishma Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Tabu, and Sonali Bendre in lead roles.
Uploader: Anuradha Paudwal & Alka Yagnik via Bollywood Classics
Views: 797 million
Upload Date: 16th February 2015
Language: Hindi
With that, we’ve reached the end of our list of most-viewed Hindi songs on YouTube. Let us know which ones you added to your groove playlist.