- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- Vani Jairam
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Kizhakkum Merkkum Santhikkindrana
- Movie release year
- 1979
- Lyrics added on
- 6 Dec 2023
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This classic song depicts a young woman joyfully sharing her life journey with her close female friend (thozhi). Through rich cultural imagery, she describes seeing her husband for the first time, their traditional wedding, the romantic intimacy of their wedding night, and the eventual arrival of their child. The song beautifully weaves Islamic cultural motifs—such as sighting the crescent moon (Chandhira pirai), wearing the face veil (mugathirai), observing Ramzan, and praying (namaz)—into a tender expression of marital happiness, devotion, and faith in God for the future.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Simile (Upamai)
“Manthiram pottathu pol enakkor”
The phrase compares obtaining a bridegroom to a sudden act of magic or spellwork.
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Moganam padiththadi”
'Moganam padiththadi' uses the Mohanam ragam as a metaphor for the heart swelling with romantic passion and joy.
Monai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)
“Aadiya nadhiyin odaththilae / Aanantham padiya nilaiyila”
Repetition of the initial 'Aa' sound across lines creating a harmonious poetic flow.
Symbolism
“Chandhira pirai paarthaen”
'Chandhira pirai' (crescent moon) symbolizes both auspicious beginnings and Islamic cultural heritage.
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Trivia
Lyricist Kannadasan was widely celebrated for his ability to write authentic cultural and religious imagery across different faiths. In this track composed by M.S. Viswanathan for 'Kizhakkum Merkkum Santhikkindrana' (1979), Kannadasan seamlessly integrates Islamic terminology—such as the crescent moon sighting, Ramzan, and the posture of prayer—to capture the emotional journey of a Muslim bride sung with delicate grace by Vani Jairam.
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