- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- P. B. Sreenivas
- Music director
- Vishwanathan-Ramamoorthy
- Movie name
- Hello Mister Zamindar
- Movie release year
- 1965
- Lyrics added on
- 24 Jul 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Kaadhal Nilave' from the film 'Hello Mister Zamindar' (1965) is a soothing romantic lullaby sung by the male protagonist to his beloved, Radha, reassuring her to rest peacefully. He addresses her as the moon of his love and promises that even in her dreams he will stay by her side. He observes how night brings stillness to everyone regardless of wealth or status, lightheartedly asking her not to consider him a thief for leaning close to her cheek. The protagonist vows eternal devotion, comparing his sleepless state to an endlessly flowing river. He expresses confidence that her love gives him the strength to conquer the world and affirms that their souls are so inextricably linked that neither worldly duty nor divine intervention can ever break their bond.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvam)
“Kaadhal nilavae”
Directly compares the beloved to the moon ('Kaadhal nilavae'), evoking beauty, cool comfort, and brightness.
Simile (Upama Alankaram / Uvamai)
“Odum nadhiyinai polae”
Compares his endless sleepless waiting to a river that flows continuously day and night ('Odum nadhiyinai polae').
Rhyme / Edhugai
“Kaadhal paatu paaduven / Thaalaatu paaduven”
Parallel sentence construction and end-rhyming structure using 'paaduven' in consecutive lines.
Contrast / Anthesis
“Kodi selvar endraalum / Thaedum kalvar endraalum”
Juxtaposes extreme opposites in society ('Kodi selvar' - billionaires vs 'Thaedum kalvar' - thieves) to emphasize that darkness brings rest to all equally.
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Trivia
'Hello Mister Zamindar' (1965) stars Gemini Ganesan and Savitri in the lead roles. The music for the film was composed by the legendary duo Viswanathan-Ramamoorthy, with lyrics written by Kaviarasu Kannadasan, showcasing his signature ability to blend romantic affection with philosophical depth.
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