An oldies station that features retro Hindi film music from the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. The target of this station are audiences who follow and adore old Hindi movie songs. It’s designed to bring back memories of events that took place during the period when those movies were released. Since the film music industry has been very dynamic and has been presenting audiences with everchanging scenarios, there is a marked change in the kinds of music that was composed in the different eras. Farishta will showcase these various trends.

Artists include Saigal, Talat, Mahmood, Lata Mangeshkar, N oor Jehan, Geeta Dutt,  Mukesh, Mohammad Rafi, Kishore Kumar, Manna Dey, Hemant Kumar.

Programs Include:

GEETON KA CHAMAN
RJ - TBD
DURATION: 4 HOURS

An absolute combination of playback singers, music directors and lyricists. A programme with a collection of songs taken from movies of the 50s and 60s. It will mainly highlight the artistes and the making of the song. Information directly related to the song and the movie also finds a mention. The show also features birthdays, and anniversaries of various artistes.


DIL DHUNDTA HAI
RJ - Rubina
DURATION: 4 HOURS

This programme brings out the beauty of the lyrics, the poetry, the emotions and the mood of the song. It would appeal particularly to those who appreciate the metaphors and the personifications of Hindi poetry and the lyricist’s ability to express emotions. Songs composed on various festivals would be highlighted on special days.