In the list of music composers of Hindi films, Shankar–Jaikishan are a distinguished signature. Over their four-decade musical journey, they composed music for 172 Hindi films. Author Surendra Kumar Gupta has presented a thoroughly researched account of this in this book.The author has also touched upon some topics that are often overlooked. Even after 40–50 years of their prime, Shankar–Jaikishan remain relevant and widely admired. Coming from ordinary families, both rose to prominence through their talent and became a radiant force.