- Lyricist
- B. A. Chidambaranathan
- Singers
- S. P. Sailaja, S. V. Ponnusami
- Music director
- Shankar Ganesh
- Movie name
- Kadivalam
- Movie release year
- 1985
- Lyrics added on
- 25 Feb 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Bhoologa radhiyae' from the 1985 movie Kadivalam is a playful, romantic duet between a man and his beloved set against lush rural landscapes like mango and coconut groves. The male protagonist lovingly addresses his partner using sweet metaphors like an earthly nymph (Bhoologa Radhi), paired parrot (Jodi Kili), honey (Inba Thaen), and spotted deer (Pullimaan), expressing his eager longing and desire to be near her. In response, the female protagonist describes her deep yearning, romantic shyness (Naanam), and the excitement of their secret romance. Together, they celebrate their mutual affection, nature's comforting breezes, and the flowering of their youthful love.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Uvamai (Metaphor/Simile)
“Bhoologa radhiyae vaadi en jodi kiliyae”
Comparing the female beloved to an earthly nymph ('Bhoologa Radhi'), paired parrot ('Jodi Kili'), sweet honey ('Inba Thaen'), and spotted deer ('Pullimaan').
Ethirukai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Maanaamadhurai ilang kani manasa koduththu thavikkuthu”
Rhyming of the second letter 'la' across successive lines ('Maanaamadhurai' and 'Maaman').
Uruvagaththanmai (Personification)
“Vayasu kalla pudichchu thalla naanam vanthu marikkuthu”
Personifying modesty ('Naanam') as a entity standing and blocking the push of youth.
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Trivia
'Kadivalam' (1985) features a soundtrack composed by the veteran music duo Shankar-Ganesh, known for their high-energy rustic and folk-infused Tamil film compositions during the late 70s and 80s.
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