- Lyricist
- Gangai Amaran
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- December Pookal
- Movie release year
- 1986
- Lyrics added on
- 24 Nov 2018
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Maalaigal Idam Maarudhu' is a celebrated festive and romantic duet from the 1986 Tamil film December Pookal, composed by Ilaiyaraaja and penned by Gangai Amaran. The song vividly captures the sacred, joyous occasion of a traditional wedding and the intimate, romantic awakening that follows. The lyricist uses auspicious motifs—such as exchanging garlands, temple offerings, and sacred rivers—to signify the holy union of two souls bound together in marriage. As the song progresses, the imagery shifts seamlessly from the public celebration of marriage to the romantic intimacy of the newlyweds. The lovers look forward to a lifetime of shared dreams, poetry, and enduring affection, comparing their passion to clouds yielding pearls of dew and endless sweet melodies filling their world.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Monaai (Alliteration)
“Maalaigal idam / Maarudhu maarudhu / Mangala naalilae”
Repetition of the initial 'M' consonant across lines creating a melodious rhythm (Maalaigal / Maarudhu / Mangala / Mangaiyin).
Edukki / Thirukki (Repetition / Anaphora)
“Maarudhu maarudhu”
Emphasis through doubling words like 'Maarudhu maarudhu' and 'Koodudhu koodudhu' to create a celebratory, chanting effect.
Uruvagamb (Metaphor)
“Dheganghal karum megangal / Velli muththedukkum”
Comparing dark clouds to human bodies and sweat drops to silver pearls ('Velli muththedukkum').
Uvamaani (Simile/Imagery)
“Ennangal pala vannangal / Ezhil chithirangal”
Comparing colorful romantic thoughts to fine art and paintings ('Ezhil chithirangal').
Did you know?
Trivia
Although listed with unknown credits in some song archives, 'Maalaigal Idam Maarudhu' from December Pookal (1986) was composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja, written by his brother Gangai Amaran, and sung by K. J. Yesudas and K. S. Chithra. The film stars Mohan and Revathi in lead roles.
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