Hari Mata Hari is a Bosnian pop band formed in 1985 in Sarajevo, led by singer Hajrudin "Hari" Varešanović. The band gained popularity through emotional ballads and love songs that marked the music scene of the former Yugoslavia. Their musical style blends pop with elements of sevdalinka and rock, with notable songs like "Lejla," "Strah me da te volim," and "Ja te volim najviše na svijetu." In 2006, they represented Bosnia and Herzegovina at the Eurovision Song Contest with "Lejla," achieving third place, one of the country's best results in the competition. Throughout their career, the band underwent several lineup changes, but Varešanović remained the constant member and the group's recognizable face. Hari Mata Hari is among the best-selling bands in the Balkans, with over five million albums sold, and their music continues to influence the regional pop scene.
