- Lyricist
- Gangai Amaran
- Singers
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Mano
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Jallikattu
- Movie release year
- 1987
- Lyrics added on
- 29 Dec 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song 'Haei Raja Ondraanom Indru' from the movie Jallikattu (1987) is a joyful, celebratory duet expressing the deep bond of togetherness and emotional unity. The lyrics reflect a pivotal turn in life where loneliness and darkness vanish as two companions come together. What was once seen as heavy burdens in the heart dissolves into freedom, happiness, and peace, portraying their union as a divine blessing that overcomes all worldly obstacles. Using poetic imagery like bridges connecting riverbanks and birds bound by nets of affection, lyricist Gangai Amaran captures both the spirit of freedom and the sweet surrender that comes with love and loyalty. The song delivers an uplifting message of optimism, companionship, and emotional fulfillment.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Paasa valai vizhuntha podhu / Paravai parakka mudiyaathu”
Compares affection to a net ('paasa valai') that holds a bird back from flying away, representing how love binds two souls together.
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Irandu karai paalam inaithu nindrathu”
Compares the union of two people to a bridge that connects two riverbanks.
Monai (Initial Rhyme / Alliteration)
“Paarvai karunai mazhai sinthum / Pazhagum thamizhum pudhu santham / Padhi vazhiyil vantha pantham”
Repetition of the initial 'Pa' sound ('Paarvai', 'Pazhagum', 'Padhi') creates a rhythmic phonetic harmony across consecutive lines.
Imagery / Personification
“Paarvai karunai mazhai sinthum”
Evokes visual and emotional imagery by describing a compassionate look as a gentle rain of mercy.
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