- Lyricist
- Radhapuram N. Moorthy
- Singers
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, S. Janaki
- Music director
- Kannan Latha
- Movie name
- Pudhiya Poovithu
- Movie release year
- 1986
- Lyrics added on
- 16 Dec 2025
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Kalyaana Pattu from the 1986 film Pudhiya Poovithu is a romantic, sensual duet performed by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and S. Janaki, set to music by Kannan Latha. The lyrics, written by Radhapuram N. Moorthy, portray newlyweds sharing intimate banter on their wedding night. Rich in natural imagery, the song weaves together romantic expectations, teasing playful praises, and expressions of deep affection. Through references to fragrant blossoms, cool moonlit nights, and warm embraces, the song captures the essence of youthful romance and marital joy. The playful back-and-forth between the singers adds an enduring charm to the composition.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Personification (Tharchirappu Thaniyani)
“Thullaadhoo thendral poomedai pottu”
The breeze is personified as dancing and decorating a flower stage ('Thullaadhoo thendral poomedai pottu').
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Venn megam paai poda”
White clouds are metaphorically visualised as a soft mat laid out for the lovers ('Venn megam paai poda').
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Vetkapadum indha allikkodi”
The heroine is poetically compared to a water-lily vine ('allikkodi') and a colorful parrot ('vannakkili').
Rhyme (Edhukai)
“Kalyaana pattu naan paada kaettu / Thullaadhoo thendral poomedai pottu”
Second-letter rhyming across lines such as 'Kalyaana' and 'Thullaadhoo', as well as 'Kunguma' and 'Vaadatha'.
Did you know?
Trivia
Pudhiya Poovithu (1986) is remembered for its melodious soundtrack composed by Kannan Latha, featuring evergreen vocal chemistry between legendary singers S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and S. Janaki.
Keep listening
Songs with a similar feeling
From the same album
More songs from Pudhiya Poovithu
View albumSpot an issue?
Help us improve the lyrics or English translation.