- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- T. M. Soundararajan
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Dharma Raja
- Movie release year
- 1980
- Lyrics added on
- 23 Jan 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This uplifting patriotic song reflects a traveller's deep admiration for Japan's post-war industrial resilience, discipline, and technological advancements, drawing inspiration for India's own growth. The protagonist observes the diligence of the Japanese people—from young students to hardworking spouses—and notes how a small nation achieved greatness through sheer hard work, technological brilliance, and unity. The core message inspires India (Bharat) to adopt similar zeal and work ethic so that its people's power can elevate the motherland to global prominence, uniting national pride with international brotherhood.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Upamai (Simile)
“Kaalum kaiyum enthiram polae”
Compares human movement and productivity directly to machines to highlight efficiency.
Etukai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Enna thudithudippu / Enna surusuruppu”
Rhyming of the second letter 'du' across consecutive lines ('thudithudippu' and 'surusuruppu').
Etukai (Second Letter Rhyme)
“Enna minsaaram / Nalla samsaaram”
Rhyming of the second letter 'sa' across lines ('minsaaram' and 'samsaaram').
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Chinnaj siriya jappan nadu”
Alliteration of the initial letter 'Ch' in 'Chinnaj' and 'siriya'.
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Trivia
This song reflects the contemporary Indian fascination with Japan's miracle economic growth in the late 20th century, often featured in songs from films shot on location in Japan, highlighting themes of industrialization and civic discipline.
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