| Chambal Ki Raani | |
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| Directed by | Radhakant |
| Starring | Mahendra Sandhu Dara Singh |
Production company | Raj International |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
Chambal Ki Raani is a 1979 Bollywood action film directed by Radhakant. [1] The film stars Mahendra Sandhu, Amjad Khan and Dara Singh. [2] [3]
| Song | Singer |
|---|---|
| "Aisi Najariya Maare Sanwariya" | Lata Mangeshkar |
| "Ho Maare Bichhua Jaisa Dank" | Lata Mangeshkar |
| "Yeh Bekasi Ke Andhere Zara To Dhalne De" | Lata Mangeshkar |
| "Meri Barbaadi Par Mera Dil Hi Badnaam Hai" | Lata Mangeshkar, Mohammed Rafi |
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