- Lyricist
- A. Maruthakasi
- Singers
- Jikki, Chorus, G. Kasthuri
- Music director
- K. V. Mahadevan
- Movie name
- Manamulla Marutharam
- Movie release year
- 1958
- Lyrics added on
- 6 Feb 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song from 'Manamulla Marutharam' (1958) is an uplifting, progressive anthem celebrating women's empowerment and intellectual equality. The lyricist draws a classic poetic parallel to Manimegalai, the heroine of the ancient Tamil epic who held the 'Atchaya Paathiram'—a magical vessel that provided endless nourishment. The lyrics convey that modern women do not need magical bowls to transform society; their own intellect and knowledge are their true superpowers. By harnessing their wisdom, women can stand as absolute equals with men and lead the world toward a brighter future.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Literary Allusion (Kappiya Kurippu)
“Oi aamaandi amma manimegalai”
Refers to the epic character Manimegalai and her legendary divine vessel (Atchaya Paathiram) to metaphorically portray modern empowered women.
End Rhyme (Iyaibu)
“Aadavarodu sarinigaraaga vaazhnthidavae ... Ulaginai endrum aandidavae”
The rhythmic endings 'vaazhnthidavae' and 'aandidavae' create musical harmony across the lines.
Refrain / Repetition
“Aadavarodu sarinigaraaga vaazhnthidavae”
Repetition of key lines reinforces the central message of gender equality and women leading through intelligence.
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Trivia
Lyricist A. Maruthakasi was renowned for writing reformist songs aligned with the social equality movements in Tamil Nadu during the 1950s. Composed by K. V. Mahadevan, this track uses classical Tamil literary motifs to champion women's rights and education in mainstream cinema.
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