Shree Hanuman Chalisa: The Only Indian Video to Surpass 5 Billion Views

In a remarkable achievement, a video from 14 years ago has become the only one in India to cross the milestone of 5 billion views on YouTube. This record-breaking video is none other than the Shree Hanuman Chalisa, featuring the iconic voice of Hariharan and produced by T-Series.

While tracks like Lehenga, Rowdy Baby, and Dilbar have garnered significant views, they pale in comparison to the immense popularity of the Shree Hanuman Chalisa, which was released on May 10, 2011, and has since accumulated an astounding 5,006,713,956 views.

The success of this video is not merely a digital accomplishment; it reflects the deep devotion many have for this spiritual music. Bhushan Kumar, the Managing Director of T-Series, expressed gratitude for this milestone, noting that it resonates with millions and honors his late father, Gulshan Kumar, who dedicated his life to spreading spiritual music.

Globally, the Shree Hanuman Chalisa ranks alongside some of the most viewed videos of all time, such as Baby Shark Dance and Despacito. In India, the closest competitors are far behind, with the Punjabi song Lehenga at 1.8 billion views.

This achievement highlights the enduring power of cultural and spiritual music, demonstrating that it can unify and inspire millions across the globe.