- Lyricist
- Vaali
- Singers
- S. Janaki, Malaysia Vasudevan
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Thanikattu Raja
- Movie release year
- 1982
- Lyrics added on
- 23 May 2018
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Mullai Arumbae' is a playful romantic duet from the 1982 film Thanikattu Raja. The song captures a sweet and affectionate exchange between two lovers who affectionately refer to each other as their king and queen. They indulge in teasing banter while expressing how their gaze, touch, and presence evoke deep joy and affection. The lyrics evoke the warmth of newfound companionship and intimacy. As youth brings about longing and desire, the couple celebrates their bond, observing how love blossoms when they come together. Through vibrant imagery of blooming jasmine buds and honeyed glances, lyricist Vaali portrays the passion and tenderness of youthful romance.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagamm)
“Mullai arumbae”
Compares the beloved woman to a delicate and beautiful jasmine bud ('Mullai arumbu').
Emona / Rhyme (Iyaibu)
“Mella thirumbu / Enna kurumbu”
Use of end rhymes with identical rhyming suffixes like 'arumbae', 'thirumbu', and 'kurumbu'.
Alliteration (Monaai)
“Paarvaiyin jaadaiyil / Oviyam paarkkiren”
Repetition of the 'P' consonant sound in 'Paarvaiyin', 'paarkkiren', 'Paarththadhum'.
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Trivia
Thanikattu Raja (1982) stars Rajinikanth, Sridevi, and Sripriya. The song 'Mullai Arumbae' was composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja and sung by SPB and S. Janaki.
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