- Lyricist
- Panchu Arunachalam
- Singer
- Jikki
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Vatathukkul Chadhuram
- Movie release year
- 1978
- Lyrics added on
- 6 Nov 2018
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This romantic song depicts the tender feelings and desires of a young woman anticipating love. She compares love to a classic epic poem and a delicate painting etched onto her heart. Expressing her longing through nature imagery—such as riverbanks, blooming gardens, and the gentle breeze fluttering her saree—she invites her partner to embark on a beautiful journey of togetherness. The song celebrates youth, destiny, and the sweet promise of lifelong companionship.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Kaadhal ennum kaaviyam / Kanni nenjin oviyam”
Love is metaphorically equated to an epic poem (kaaviyam) and a painting (oviyam).
Anaphora (Adukku / Repetition)
“Idhu thaan vayadhu / Idhu thaan paruvam / Idhu thaan uravu”
Repetition of 'Idhu thaan' at the start of consecutive phrases builds rhythm and emphasis on the present romantic age.
Personification
“Kaattraadum mundhaanai / Kadhai sollum podhu”
The pallu fluttering in the wind is personified as telling a story.
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Trivia
'Vattathukkul Chadhuram' (1978) was directed by S. P. Muthuraman and features music composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja, with lyrics penned by Panchu Arunachalam. The song is known for its graceful melody and poetic depiction of maiden romance.
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