- Lyricist
- S. D. Sundharam
- Singers
- P. Bhanumathi, A. P. Komala, K. Rani
- Music director
- G. Govindarajulu Naidu
- Movie name
- Kalvanin Kadhali -(1955)
- Movie release year
- 1955
- Lyrics added on
- 4 Oct 2025
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This playful musical narrative song from Kalvanin Kadhali (1955) depicts female friends playfully teasing each other through references to classical epics like Silappatikaram and Ramayana. The friends praise one among them as a lily creeper and request her to tell a story. They invoke epic heroines like Kannagi and Sita, discussing feminine bravery and devotion while playfully posing hypothetical challenges—such as what Kannagi would do if a seductive Madhavi appears, or how Sita would handle the entry of Soorpanakha and Ravana. Musically composed by G. Govindarajulu Naidu, the song blends lighthearted banter, dramatic theatrical storytelling, and classical epic allegories, emphasizing female camaraderie and playful role-playing among close companions.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagamm)
“Vannamayil kannmaniyae Vaaniyae en annamae”
Compares the beloved companion directly to a colorful peacock, goddess Saraswathi (Vani), and a swan.
Simile (Upamai)
“Thelluthamil paavai kannagiyai polae”
Uses 'polae' to compare the virtuous women to Kannagi, the icon of chastity and courage in Tamil literature.
Allusion (Ilakkiya Kurippu)
“Soorpanagai varuvaal soodhu pala seithiduvaal”
References iconic literary and epic characters including Kannagi and Madhavi from Silappatikaram, as well as Rama, Sita, Soorpanakha, and Ravana from Ramayana.
Emonai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)
“Mella vanthu solluvaalae / Nalla kadhai solluvaalae”
Repetition of initial consonant sounds across lines for rhythmic flow.
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Trivia
Kalvanin Kadhali (1955) starring Sivaji Ganesan and P. Bhanumathi is based on the famous novel of the same name written by Kalki Krishnamurthy. This dramatic multi-singer song features vocals by P. Bhanumathi, A. P. Komala, and K. Rani, showcasing a unique blend of narrative theatrical storytelling and classical operatic singing.
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