In a landmark moment for Indian digital content, the ‘Shri Hanuman Chalisa’ video has surpassed 5 billion views on YouTube, becoming the first-ever Indian video to achieve this extraordinary milestone. The devotional classic now stands firmly at the top of the list of India’s most-viewed videos, leaving behind all Bollywood and regional music videos by a massive margin.
Released on 10 May 2011, the iconic video features the late Gulshan Kumar and continues to be adored even after 14 years. Sung by Hariharan and composed by Lalit Sen, the devotional track has maintained consistent popularity across generations, outpacing virtually every Indian music release on the platform.
Who is at No. 2? The Answer May Surprise You
While the Hanuman Chalisa dominates the top spot with over 5 billion views, the second position in India is held not by a Hindi Bollywood song, but by a Punjabi track.
- No. 2 – ‘Lehanga’ (Punjabi): 1.8 billion views
- No. 3 – ‘52 Gaj Ka Daman’ (Haryanvi): 1.7 billion views
- No. 4 – ‘Rowdy Baby’ (Tamil): 1.7 billion views
Other top performers include ‘Jabariya Tha,’ ‘Vaaste,’ ‘Long Lachi,’ ‘Lut Gaye,’ ‘Dilbar,’ and ‘Bam Bam Bhole’, but none come close to the unprecedented numbers registered by the Hanuman Chalisa.
A Place Among the World’s Most-Viewed Videos
Globally, the most-watched YouTube videos include:
- Baby Shark Dance – 16.38 billion views
- Despacito – 8.85 billion views
- Wheels on the Bus – 8.16 billion views
- Bath Song – 7.28 billion views
- Johny Johny Yes Papa – 7.12 billion views
By crossing the 5-billion mark, Shri Hanuman Chalisa now joins this elite global ranking, securing a place among the most-watched videos in YouTube history.
Not the First Time It Has Broken Records
This devotional masterpiece has been a record-setter for years. In 2023, it became the first Indian video to reach 3 billion views, marking a historic moment in the digital era.
Bhushan Kumar Expresses Gratitude
T-Series Managing Director Bhushan Kumar, son of the legendary Gulshan Kumar, celebrated the achievement with heartfelt pride.
He remarked:
“Hanuman Chalisa holds a sacred place in the hearts of millions, including my own. My father dedicated his life to bringing spiritual music to every home. Crossing 5 billion views and entering YouTube’s global top 10 is not just a digital milestone—it reflects the unwavering devotion of people across the world.”
Most Popular Version Among Many
Though YouTube hosts multiple versions of Hanuman Chalisa, the T-Series edition featuring Gulshan Kumar stands unmatched. Directed by Shambhu Gopal, this version continues to be the most-viewed, most-shared, and most-loved rendition of the timeless devotional hymn.
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