MySoulAndHeart Song Diaries #1: Dola Re Dola Re

Some songs are more than just songs.

They feel like moments.
Moments you want to replay again and again.

For the first entry of MySoulAndHeart Song Diaries, I chose a song that feels grand, emotional, and unforgettable - Dola Re Dola Re from Devdas.

Song

Dola Re Dola Re

Singers: Kavita Krishnamurthy, K.K., Shreya Ghoshal
Music: Ismail Darbar

Movie: Devdas
Director: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Madhuri Dixit, Aishwarya Rai, Jackie Shroff, Kirron Kher

Genre: Dance

Why this song touches my soul

Dola Re Dola Re song feels alive.

The music starts, and the energy immediately pulls you in. The beats, the classical rhythm, the voices - everything flows together beautifully.

But what really makes the song special is the moment between Paro and Chandramukhi. Two women connected by the same love. Instead of bitterness, there is grace and understanding.

Watching Madhuri Dixit and Aishwarya Rai dance together feels magical. Every movement is expressive. Every expression tells a story.

You don’t just watch the dance. You feel it.

My reflection

Some songs make you happy.
Some songs make you nostalgic.

This one makes me admire beauty in art.

The costumes, the expressions, the rhythm — everything feels carefully created.

It reminds me of the power of Indian classical dance and music when combined in cinema.

Whenever I see this song, it feels like stepping into a royal celebration.

And yet, beneath the celebration, there is emotion.

That contrast makes the song unforgettable.

A line from the song I love

“Dola re dola re dola re dola…
Haye dola dil dola mann dola…”

The line feels playful and emotional at the same time.

Almost like the heart is dancing along with the music.

How Many Movies and Serials Have Been Made on Gods, Leaders, and Freedom Fighters?

India has a long tradition of making films and television serials based on gods, mythological heroes, freedom fighters, and great leaders.

These stories have inspired people for more than a century.

From the early days of Indian cinema to today’s digital platforms, filmmakers have created many movies and serials that tell the stories of important figures in religion, history, and national life.

Although it is difficult to calculate the exact number, film history and television records help us estimate how many such productions have been made.

Movies and Serials on Gods and Mythology

Mythological storytelling began very early in Indian cinema. One of the first examples is “Raja Harishchandra” (1913), the first full-length feature film made in India.

Since then, stories from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and other Hindu scriptures have been shown many times in films and television serials.

Approximate numbers:

• Mythological Films in India: 300–400+
• Mythological TV Serials: 100+

Some popular examples include:

• Ramayan
• Mahabharat
• Devon Ke Dev...Mahadev

These productions exist not only in Hindi but also in many regional languages such as Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.

Movies and Serials on Freedom Fighters

Indian cinema has also paid tribute to the brave people who fought for India’s independence.

Many films and television shows tell the stories of freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for the country.

Approximate numbers:

• Films on Freedom Fighters: 150–200+
• TV Series and Documentaries: 50–100+

Some well-known examples include:

• Gandhi
• The Legend of Bhagat Singh
• Sardar Udham

These films help younger generations learn about the struggles and sacrifices made during India’s freedom movement.

Movies and Serials on Political and Social Leaders

In addition to mythological and freedom struggle stories, many films and serials are based on political leaders, social reformers, and spiritual personalities.

These biographical works highlight the lives and contributions of people who shaped society.

Approximate numbers:

• Biographical Films: 200–300+
• TV Series and Biographical Shows: 100+

Examples include:

• Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar
• Thalaivii
• The Accidental Prime Minister

Such films often explore leadership, social change, and the challenges faced by these important personalities.

Estimated Total in India

If we combine all these categories, the numbers become quite large.

Estimated totals:

• Total Films: Around 650–900+
• Total TV Serials and Shows: Around 250–350+

Overall, India has produced approximately:

900 to 1,200+ movies and serials
based on gods, mythology, freedom fighters, and inspirational leaders.

And this number continues to grow as new films, television shows, and web series are released every year.

More Than Just Entertainment

For more than 100 years, these films and serials have played an important role in society. They have:

• Preserved cultural memory
• Shaped national identity
• Kept mythological stories alive
• Inspired generations quietly

Not everything valuable becomes viral. Not everything spiritual becomes profitable. Not everything patriotic wins awards.

Some works are created for impact, some for revenue, some for devotion, and some for legacy.

Sometimes appreciation does not happen immediately. It grows slowly over time, across years and decades, not just opening weekends.

How Long Can a Book Written Today Survive?

When an author writes a book, a natural question arises: how long will it live?

Will it disappear in a few years, or will it survive for centuries?

This question is not only about paper and ink—it is about the life of an idea.

History shows us that books can survive for hundreds and even thousands of years.

Many works written centuries ago are still read, discussed, and respected today.

Their authors are no longer alive, but their thoughts continue to guide and influence generations.

This tells us something important: the life of a book is not limited by the lifespan of its author.

Physically, a modern printed book can last between 100 and 300 years under normal conditions.

With proper preservation, high-quality paper, and careful storage, it can survive even longer.

Libraries and archives around the world protect books so they can remain intact for future generations.

However, the true survival of a book does not depend only on its physical form.

A book truly survives when people continue to read it, share it, and find meaning in it.

When readers connect with a book, they ensure its continuation by recommending it, preserving it, and passing it on.

In this way, every reader becomes a link in the book’s journey across time.

In the modern world, technology has made it even easier for books to survive.

Today, a book can exist in multiple forms - printed copies, digital editions, and online archives.

This reduces the risk of complete loss. Even if one copy is destroyed, others remain.

Technology has increased the possibility that books written today can survive indefinitely.

But the most important factor in a book’s survival is not preservation or technology. It is relevance.

Books that speak only to temporary trends may fade as those trends disappear.

But books that speak about human values, emotions, struggles, and purpose remain meaningful across generations.

Human life changes in many ways, but the deeper questions of existence remain the same.

Books that address these deeper questions continue to find readers.

A book survives when its message remains true beyond its time.

It survives when readers see their own lives reflected in its words. It survives when it offers insight, clarity, or guidance that remains valuable regardless of changing circumstances.

This means that the lifespan of a book written today is not fixed.

It can last a few years, or it can last centuries. Its survival depends on whether it carries ideas that remain meaningful to human beings.

In the end, a book does not live because of paper or printing. It lives because of the truth it carries.

When a book speaks to the human condition, each new generation gives it life again. The author may write it once, but readers keep it alive forever.

People expect a book to be long because they believe truth takes time to reveal itself.

But sometimes, the deepest truths need only a few pages—if they come from genuine understanding.