“Kehna Hi Kya” by K.S. Chithra is from the A. R. Rahman album “Bombay,” featuring actors Arvind Swamy and Manisha Koirala. Lyricist Mehboob starts with a question of what can be said when one’s eyes meet a stranger’s. This sets up a situation where a powerful connection happens without any words.
Released: September 29, 2023
Kehna Hi Kya [From “Bombay”]
K.S. Chithra • From “Bombay”
Bombay’s Kehna Hi Kya [From “Bombay”] Lyrics Translation
The lyrics then detail the physical effects of this sudden attraction, noting how shyness makes one lower their gaze. Another line introduces an immediate anxiety, explaining how the heart feels lonely even in a crowd. This shows an instant fear of losing the person who was just met.
Gumsum Gumsum Gup Chup, Gumsum Gup ChupSo silent, so quiet, so hushed, so still.
Halchal Halchal Ho Gayi Teri, Honth Hain Tere ChupThere’s a stirring inside you, but your lips are sealed.
Khalbal Khalbal Ho Gayi Teri, Baithi Hai Tu GupchupA commotion brews within you, yet you sit in silence.
Pyaare Pyaare Chehre Lekar De Diya IshaaraWith that lovely face, you gave a silent sign.
Dekha Teri Aankhon Mein Hai Sapna Koi PyaaraI saw a beautiful dream reflected in your eyes.
Humse Gori Na Tu Sharma, Keh De Humse ZaraDon’t be shy with me, my dear, just tell me a little.
Humse Gori Na Tu Sharma, Keh De Humse ZaraDon’t be shy with me, my dear, just tell me a little.
Kehna Hi Kya Yeh Nain Ek Anjaan Se Jo MileWhat’s there to even say, when my eyes met a stranger’s,
Chalne Lage Mohabbat Ke Jaise Yeh SilsileA chain of events, just like love, began to unfold.
Armaan Naye Aise Dil Mein KhileNew desires blossomed deep inside my heart,
Jinko Kabhi Main Na JaanoonThe kind I had never known before.
Woh Humse, Hum Unse Kabhi Na MileWe had never met, not them, not I,
Kaise Mile Dil Na JaanoonI don’t know how our hearts connected.
Ab Kya Kare, Kya Naam LeNow what do I do, what name do I say?
Kaise Unhein Main PukaaroonHow do I even call out to them?
Kehna Hi Kya Yeh Nain Ek Anjaan Se Jo MileWhat’s there to even say, when my eyes met a stranger’s,
Chalne Lage Mohabbat Ke Jaise Yeh SilsileA chain of events, just like love, began to unfold.
Armaan Naye Aise Dil Mein KhileNew desires blossomed deep inside my heart,
Jinko Kabhi Main Na JaanoonThe kind I had never known before.
Woh Humse, Hum Unse Kabhi Na MileWe had never met, not them, not I,
Kaise Mile Dil Na JaanoonI don’t know how our hearts connected.
Ab Kya Kare, Kya Naam LeNow what do I do, what name do I say?
Kaise Unhein Main PukaaroonHow do I even call out to them?
Pehli Hi Nazar Mein Kuch HumIn that very first glance, a part of me,
Kuch Tum Ho Jaate Hain Yun GumAnd a part of you, just seemed to get lost.
Nainon Se Barse RimjhimAnd from our eyes, a gentle drizzle,
Rimjhim Humpe Pyaar Ka SaavanThe monsoon of love, rained down on us.
Sharm Thodi Thodi Humko Aaye To Nazrein Jhuk JaayeinWhen a little shyness washes over me, my gaze just falls.
Sitam Thoda Thoda Humpe Shokh Hawa Bhi Kar JaayeThe playful wind plays its own sweet mischief with me.
Aisi Chali, Aanchal Ude, Dil Mein Ek Toofan UtheIt blew so hard my veil flew up, and a storm arose in my heart.
Hum To Lut Gaye Khade Hi KhadeAnd I was completely captivated, right where I stood.
Kehna Hi Kya Yeh Nain Ek Anjaan Se Jo MileWhat’s there to even say, when my eyes met a stranger’s,
Chalne Lage Mohabbat Ke Jaise Yeh SilsileA chain of events, just like love, began to unfold.
Armaan Naye Aise Dil Mein KhileNew desires blossomed deep inside my heart,
Jinko Kabhi Main Na JaanoonThe kind I had never known before.
Woh Humse, Hum Unse Kabhi Na MileWe had never met, not them, not I,
Kaise Mile Dil Na JaanoonI don’t know how our hearts connected.
Ab Kya Kare, Kya Naam LeNow what do I do, what name do I say?
Kaise Unhein Main PukaaroonHow do I even call out to them?
Gumsum Gumsum Gup Chup, Gumsum Gup ChupSo silent, so quiet, so hushed, so still.
Halchal Halchal Ho Gayi Teri, Honth Hain Tere ChupThere’s a stirring inside you, but your lips are sealed.
Khalbal Khalbal Ho Gayi Teri, Baithi Hai Tu GupchupA commotion brews within you, yet you sit in silence.
Pyaare Pyaare Chehre Lekar De Diya IshaaraWith that lovely face, you gave a silent sign.
Dekha Teri Aankhon Mein Hai Sapna Koi PyaaraI saw a beautiful dream reflected in your eyes.
Humse Gori Na Tu Sharma, Keh De Humse ZaraDon’t be shy with me, my dear, just tell me a little.
Humse Gori Na Tu Sharma, Keh De Humse ZaraDon’t be shy with me, my dear, just tell me a little.
In Honthon Ne Maanga SargamThese lips have longed for a melody,
Sargam Tu Aur Tera Hi Pyaar HaiAnd that melody is you, and only your love.
Aankhein Dhoondhe Hain Jisko Har DamThe one my eyes search for constantly,
Har Dam Tu Aur Tera Hi Pyaar HaiIs always you, and only your love.
Mehfil Mein Bhi Tanha Hai Dil Aise, Dil AiseEven in a crowd, my heart feels this lonely, so lonely.
Tujhko Kho Na De, Darrta Hai Yeh Aise, Yeh AiseIt’s so afraid, so afraid of losing you.
Aaj Mili Aisi Khushi, Jhoom Uthi Duniya Yeh MeriToday I’ve found such joy, my entire world is dancing.
Tumko Paaya To Paayi ZindagiIn finding you, I have found life itself.
Kehna Hi Kya Yeh Nain Ek Anjaan Se Jo MileWhat’s there to even say, when my eyes met a stranger’s,
Chalne Lage Mohabbat Ke Jaise Yeh SilsileA chain of events, just like love, began to unfold.
Armaan Naye Aise Dil Mein KhileNew desires blossomed deep inside my heart,
Jinko Kabhi Main Na JaanoonThe kind I had never known before.
Woh Humse, Hum Unse Kabhi Na MileWe had never met, not them, not I,
Kaise Mile Dil Na JaanoonI don’t know how our hearts connected.
Ab Kya Kare, Kya Naam LeNow what do I do, what name do I say?
Kaise Unhein Main PukaaroonHow do I even call out to them?
Kehna Hi Kya Yeh Nain Ek Anjaan Se Jo MileWhat’s there to even say, when my eyes met a stranger’s,
Chalne Lage Mohabbat Ke Jaise Yeh SilsileA chain of events, just like love, began to unfold.
Kehna Hi KyaWhat’s there to say.
Kehna Hi Kya [From “Bombay”] Music Video
The song follows a complete emotional arc from a silent glance to an immediate, profound attachment. It presents the experience of love at first sight as a mix of intense happiness and sudden vulnerability. The final result is a full account of a connection that brings both joy and the fear of loss.