O. P. Nayyar
Technical Data
| Stamp Set | 100 Years of Indian Cinema |
|---|---|
| Date of Issue | May 3, 2013 |
| Denomination | Rs. 5 |
| Quantity | 810,000 |
| Perforation | 13 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Hyderabad |
| Printing Process | Offset Lithography |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Credit (Designed By) | Shri Kamleshwar Singh |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 2744 Yvert et Tellier IN 2525 WADP Numbering System - WNS IN048.2013 |
| Themes | Anniversaries and Jubilees | Composers | Famous people | Headgear | Men | Movies | Musicians | Optical Instruments |
The Rhythm King of Hindi Cinema
Birth and Early Life
- Full Name: Omkar Prasad Nayyar
- Born: January 16, 1926
- Birth Place: Lahore, Pakistan
O. P. Nayyar emerged as one of the most distinctive and influential music composers of the golden era of Hindi cinema, known for his energetic rhythms, melodious tunes and unique orchestration.
Demise
- Died: January 28, 2007
- Place of Death: India
Career Highlights
O. P. Nayyar’s music defined an entire generation of films in the 1950s and 1960s. Some of his most celebrated works include:
- Aar Paar (1954)
- Mr. & Mrs. ’55 (1955)
- C.I.D. (1956)
- Tumsa Nahin Dekha (1958)
- Howrah Bridge (1958)
- Ek Musafir Ek Hasina (1962)
- Phir Wohi Dil Laya Hoon (1963)
- Mere Sanam (1965)
His compositions are remembered for their catchy rhythms, lilting melodies and stylish musical arrangements, often creating chart-toppers that remain evergreen classics.
Awards and Honours
- Filmfare Award for Best Music Director (1957) for Naya Daur, one of his most celebrated musical scores.
Philatelic Tribute
A commemorative postage stamp was issued on O. P. Nayyar, honouring him as a legendary Hindi film music composer, singer-songwriter, music producer and musician.
This stamp forms part of the special series “100 Years of Indian Cinema.”
First Day Cover
