I found this out late in the day, probably through a YouTube poster who knew in advance…that today is (or yesterday was, depending on where you are) the birthday of Suman Kalyanpur (born January 28, 1937). Last night, I just happened to be watching one of my favorite songs by Suman Kalyanpur, because I was thinking about cats. Since I don’t have the time to put together an adequate list of songs by Suman Kalyanpur, I will let this one suffice – because it is also a birthday party song (though the party isn’t meant for a human, of course).
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P.S. There is a very good, comprehensive post about Suman Kalyanpur at Songs of Yore.
Dances on the Footpath 
That poor cat! :)
After that intial mauling, the poor thing is nowhere to be seen,no? Lots of shots Edwina and gang – nice!
Anu, that is true – the cat doesn’t look too happy with its birthday party!
Oh and right, that is Edwina and gang, isn’t it? I haven’t been quite as in touch with the Edwina business as some people out there. :)
my fav suman kalyanpur solo:
naa tum hame jaano – Baat Ek Raat Ki [1962]
and duet:
theriye hosh me aa loo – Mohabbat Isko Kahete Hain [1965]
And the guy to whose video you linked stole it from me. But, since mine isn’t up these days, I can’t complain much.
Harvey, thanks – those are both sweet-sounding songs.
And hi, Tom. Yes, I remember you writing some words about this some time ago and wondered if it was your video. The quality certainly indicates as much.