- Lyricist
- A. Maruthakasi
- Singer
- Bhanumathi Ramakrishna
- Music director
- Susarla Dakshinamurthi
- Movie name
- Alibabavum 40 Thirudargalum
- Movie release year
- 1956
- Lyrics added on
- 19 Feb 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Azhagaana Ponnu Naan is a spirited, self-assertive dance song from the classic 1956 Tamil film Alibabavum 40 Thirudargalum. Performed onscreen and sung by P. Bhanumathi, the song features a dancer mocking the lustful gaze of the men in her audience while asserting her boundaries, self-respect, and dignity. She compares herself to a wild rose that looks enticing, but will prick anyone attempting to pluck it inappropriately.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamai)
“Eedillaa kaattu rojaa”
Compares the performer to a wild rose with sharp thorns to symbolize her strong character and self-defense against unwanted advances.
Simile (Uvamai)
“Angonnu ilikkudhu aandhai pol muzhikkudhu”
Uses 'pol' (like) to compare a foolish, wide-eyed onlooker to an owl.
Edugai (Second-letter Rhyme)
“Angonnu ilikkudhu aandhai pol muzhikkudhu”
The second consonant 'ng' rhymes across consecutive lines (Angonnu / Ingonnu).
Contrast / Irony
“Penjaadhiyae thavikka vittu paeyaattam aadudhu”
Highlights the hypocrisy of men who abandon their wives to foolishly chase performers.
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Trivia
Alibabavum 40 Thirudargalum (1956) was the first full-length Geva Color feature film in South Indian cinema. Multi-talented artist P. Bhanumathi sang and acted in this song, giving a memorable performance opposite M. G. Ramachandran.
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