Hemlata is an Indian playback singer who has mainly performed in Hindi films. She was born in Hyderabad, India, on August 16, 1954. Early in the 1970s, Hemlata began her singing career. She later rose to prominence as one of the top female playback singers during the 1970s and 1980s.

She has performed songs in a variety of Indian languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, and Malayalam. Hemlata is well renowned for having a lovely, musical voice, and she has contributed her voice to many popular Hindi movie songs.

The songs Morni Re Morni from the film Lamhe, Megha Re Megha Re from the film Pyaasa Sawan, Tere Liye Palkon Ki Jhalar from the film Harjaee, and Bholi Bhali Ladki from the film Sabse Bada Khiladi are a few of her most well-known songs.

Throughout her career, Hemlata has been recognized with numerous honors and nominations, including the Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer for the song Morni Re Morni. Even though she has been less active lately, she nevertheless made a significant impact on the Indian music scene.

Hemlata was born and raised in Calcutta, and at the age of 13, she started working in the Bollywood industry. Pandit Jaichand Bhatt, who was a singer, music teacher, performer, and musician, is her father's name. At age 12, her father, who later became her music teacher, began paying frequent visits to Bombay to teach her music. When her father performs in Bengali, she often sings his original songs, and her mother used to support her. She has wowed audiences with a number of her theatrical appearances and has received countless accolades and honors for her vocals.

She could not express her love of music or her desire to learn how to sing because her father opposes her intention to pursue a career in singing. She used to perform covertly in Pooja Pandals, but becoming a vocalist was really in her destiny. Hemlata married Yogesh Bali in 1973; they later separated in 1988. Yogesh Bali is the brother of well-known Indian actress Yogeeta Bali. Hemlata has a son named Aditya Bali.

Hemlata began singing when she was a small child. Her father, Pandit Jasraj, a renowned classical performer from the Mewati Gharana, gave her instruction in classical music. She immediately became known for her melodic voice and variety because of her remarkable talent and perseverance. Even though singing was forbidden, she began singing for the first time at a performance that Gopal Mallick, a disciple of her father, organized. Gopal discovered her vocal skills and provided her the opportunity to play alongside legendary musicians like Mohammad Rafi, Kishore Kumar, and more. 

In 1979, the Bollywood movie Anjana Safar marked Hemlata's debut as a playback vocalist. Hemlata's deep voice was first known to a larger audience when the movie's song Baagon Mein Bahar Hai became an immediate hit. Throughout her career, she worked with a variety of music producers, including Laxmikant-Pyarelal, Rajesh Roshan, Ravindra Jain, and Kalyanji-Anandji.

Hemlata showed her adaptability by singing in a variety of regional languages in addition to Hindi cinema. She contributed her voice to songs in a variety of languages, including Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and more. She was able to increase her fan base and reach audiences in many regions of India as a result.

Tu Jo Mere Sur Mein

Hemlata and K.J. Yesudas performed a duet song titled Tu Jo Mere Sur Mein. In the song, their voices harmonize each other quite well.

The film's leading actors, Zarina Wahab, and Amol Palekar, are featured in the song's visuals. It portrays their nascent love affair and the emotional bond they have with one another through music.

Basu Chatterjee is the director of the romantic musical film Chitchor. A young man who falls in love with a girl from an unrelated upbringing is the main character in the novel. The movie was a critical and financial hit and is renowned for its straightforward but powerful storytelling.

Ravindra Jain, a well-known composer of melodic music, wrote the music for the movie. Chitchor's soundtrack was widely praised, and Tu Jo Mere Sur Mein quickly rose to the top of the list of the most well-liked songs.

Tu Jo Mere Sur Mein by Hemlata is renowned for its tenderness and emotional depth. Her singing enhances the purity and innocence of the song, adding to its allure. The song's lyrics, which were penned by Ravindra Jain, are a lovely expression of how music can fascinate people and evoke feelings of love. Longing and the need to be with the beloved are evoked by the words.

Megha O Re Megha 

Megha O Re Megha is a lovely, sweet song that highlights Hemlata's hypnotic vocals. The excitement and anticipation of the monsoon season's coming are captured in the song. It expresses feelings of love and desire as well as joy at the beauty of nature in the rain.

The calming melody and beautiful orchestration of Megha O Re Megha make it stand out among other songs. The lyrics and melody by Laxmikant-Pyarelal blend beautifully to produce a calm and romantic ambiance. The song gains depth and emotion via Hemlata's moving performance, making it a memorable and cherished track.

The song's lead actress, Rakhee Gulzar, is prominently featured in the music video, which masterfully captures the mood of the rainy season and the sentiments portrayed in the lyrics. Megha O Re Megha quickly gained popularity after its release and is cherished for its enduring charm. Fans of Hindi film music adore this song because of Hemlata's soulful performance, the composition by Laxmikant-Pyarelal, and the lyrics by Anand Bakshi.

Le Toh Aaye Ho Humein

Le Toh Aaye Ho Humein is a song that Hemlata sang for the 1977 movie Dulhan Wahi Jo Piya Man Bhaaye. Ravindra Jain, who also wrote the words for the song, created the music.

The delight and eagerness of a bride waiting for her groom are expressed in the lovely and melodious song Le Toh Aaye Ho Humein. It perfectly encapsulates the joy and merriment of the wedding celebrations. The feelings expressed in the lyrics come to life because of Hemlata's calming and passionate voice.

Ravindra Jain's composition is renowned for its uplifting arrangements and memorable melody. It creates a catchy tune by fusing traditional Indian musical elements with a modern twist.

The song is a favorite for wedding celebrations because of its bouncy sounds and endearing vocals. The romantic plot and enduring music in the classic movie Dulhan Wahi Jo Piya Man Bhaaye have made it famous. Le Toh Aaye Ho Humein is one of the film's outstanding songs that has endured in popularity throughout time, demonstrating Hemlata's range as a vocalist.