- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singers
- P. Susheela, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
- Music director
- K. V. Mahadevan
- Movie name
- Vani Rani
- Movie release year
- 1974
- Lyrics added on
- 9 Oct 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Mullai Poo Pallakku is a classic playful romantic duet from the movie Vani Rani (1974). The song showcases a charming back-and-forth banter between lovers who tease each other about mixed signals, feigned anger, and hidden desires. Using rich metaphors like jasmine palanquins, sweet fruits, and uncontrollable breezes, the lovers express their attraction while playfully questioning each other's sincerity. As the song unfolds, teasing gives way to tender devotion. The female lover asks for assurance of exclusive affection, and the male lover responds by comparing her singular place in his life to the lone moon shining in the night sky. Kannadasan's lyrics beautifully capture the transition from lighthearted teasing to absolute romantic commitment.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagam)
“Mullai poo pallakku povadhengae”
Compares a graceful woman to a palanquin woven from delicate jasmine flowers (Mullai poo pallakku) and sweet fruits (Kani moondrum).
Alliteration (Monai)
“Vaanathil venmathi”
Repetition of the initial letter 'V' ('Vaanathil' and 'Venmathi') creating a melodic rhythm.
Antithesis (Muran)
“Udhattinil varuvadhu sirippu / Ullathil erivadhu neruppu”
Contrasting external smiles on the lips with internal burning fire in the heart to highlight emotional complexity.
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Trivia
Vani Rani (1974) stars Sivaji Ganesan and Vanisri in dual roles, directed by C. V. Rajendran. The music for the film was composed by the legendary K. V. Mahadevan, with lyrics authored by Kannadasan. This song features vocals by T. M. Soundararajan and P. Susheela.
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