- Lyricist
- Trichy Thiyagarajan
- Singers
- Balamuralikrishna, S. Janaki, Chorus
- Music director
- S. Rajeswara Rao
- Movie name
- Bhakta Prahlada
- Movie release year
- 1967
- Lyrics added on
- 15 Sept 2025
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a tender and devotional lullaby sung for the infant Prahlada in the mythological movie Bhakta Prahlada (1967). The lyrics express profound affection and maternal adoration, describing the child as honey found in the lotus of the heart, a radiant moon in the evening sky, and a divine pearl cherished even by revered sages. The song highlights Prahlada's sacred birth and fearless nature, foretelling his destiny as the savior who dispels sorrow and serves as the light of his clan (Kuladeepam). Despite his father Hiranyakashipu being away performing penance, the song bestows boundless blessings upon the young child for eternal fame, virtue, and glory.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Roopakam)
“Thamarai nenjathil naan kanda thaenae”
Compares the emotional lotus of the heart directly to a source of honey ('Thamarai nenjathil naan kanda thaenae').
Initial Alliteration (Monai)
“Muthirai ponnae / Mugam paarkkum kannae / Munivarum konjidum muthaaram neeyae”
Repetition of the 'Mu' sound at the beginning of consecutive lines ('Muthirai', 'Mugam', 'Munivarum').
Symbolism / Metaphor
“Kuladeepamaai vilangum kumaranin kolam”
Describing the child as 'Kuladeepam' (the lamp that illuminates the entire family lineage).
Refrain / Onomatopoeia
“Aariroo aariroo”
The soothing rhythmic repetition of 'Aariroo' used traditionally in Tamil lullabies to induce sleep.
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Trivia
Bhakta Prahlada (1967) was a blockbuster mythological film produced by AVM Productions in multiple South Indian languages. The iconic music composed by S. Rajeswara Rao blended Carnatic classical sensibilities seamlessly into cinematic storytelling. The child protagonist Prahlada was played by veteran actress Roja Ramani (credited as Baby Roja Ramani), winning her the National Film Award for Best Child Artist.
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