- Lyricist
- Mahakavi Subramanya Bharathiyaar
- Singers
- C. S. Jayaraman, M. L. Vasanthakumari
- Music director
- G. Govindarajulu Naidu
- Movie name
- Andhaman Kaidhi
- Movie release year
- 1952
- Lyrics added on
- 23 Jan 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
In this iconic poem written by Mahakavi Subramanya Bharathiyar, the poet prays to Goddess Parasakthi for a humble yet idyllic sanctuary. He envisions a piece of land featuring a stately palace with grand pillars and pure white walls, accompanied by a well surrounded by ten to twelve coconut trees. To complete his serene paradise, he desires soft pearl-like moonlight shining in his courtyard, the melodic chirping of cuckoos floating into his ears, and a sweet, cool breeze to delight his soul.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Simile (Upamai)
“Nalla muthuchudar polae nilaa oli”
Compares the soft, luminous moonlight to the gleam of a pure pearl ('muthuchudar polae').
Imagery
“Thennai mara keetrum ilaneerum”
Evokes vivid sensory imagery of nature—coconut fronds, tender coconuts, a well, moonlight, and birdsong.
Assonance / Monai
“Pathu pannirendu thennai maram”
Repetition of initial consonant and vowel sounds in consecutive words like 'Pathu pannirendu'.
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Trivia
'Kaani Nilam Vendum' is one of Subramanya Bharathiyar's most celebrated poems expressing an idealized connection between human living and pristine nature. The song was adapted into the 1952 classic film 'Andhaman Kaidhi' with music directed by G. Govindarajulu Naidu.
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