- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singers
- S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Vani Jairam
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Annan Oru Koyil
- Movie release year
- 1977
- Lyrics added on
- 30 Oct 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Naalu Pakkam Vaedarundu from the movie Annan Oru Koyil (1977) is a classically evocative romantic duet composed by M. S. Viswanathan and penned by Kannadasan. The lyrics depict two lovers expressing their deep passion and intimacy through allegories of nature and rich literary allusions. The lovers see themselves as two deer surrounded by hunters, or birds building a nest in a forest, experiencing the timeless romantic dynamics of union (koodal) and endearing disagreement (oodal). Kannadasan masterfully weaves poetic imagery referencing classical literature, including the Aaranya Kaandam (the Forest Chapter of the Ramayana), the royal comforts of Ayodhya, and Kalidasa's epic play Abhijnanashakuntalam. Through sensory imagery like sweet panchamritam, honey-laden fruit, and sringara ragas, the song beautifully balances romantic passion with literary grace.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uvamai / Ruupakam)
“Naalu pakkam vaedarundu / Naduvinilae maanirandu kaadhal”
Compares the lovers to two deer surrounded by hunters on all sides, representing their private romantic world amid external surroundings.
Literary Allusion (Ilakkiya Kurippu)
“Aaranya kaandamidhai thodangu”
Refers to classical literature such as the Aaranya Kaandam of Ramayana and Kalidasa's Shakuntalam to metaphorically frame stages of love.
Initial Rhyme / Alliteration (Monai)
“Aaranya kaandamidhai thodangu / Ayodhi panjanai pol mayangu”
Repetition of initial vowel sounds across consecutive lines (Aaranya / Ayodhi), enhancing the rhythmic flow.
Sensory Imagery (Rasa / Sringara Metaphor)
“Thaenunda sengani / Vaai irandu / Srungaara raagamena thirandu”
Uses taste and musical imagery (milk, panchamritam, honeyed fruit, Sringara Raga) to evoke romance and sweetness.
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Trivia
The song from 'Annan Oru Koyil' (1977) features Sivaji Ganesan and Sujatha. Composed by M. S. Viswanathan with lyrics by Kannadasan, it was sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and P. Susheela. Kannadasan's use of epic literature terms like Aaranya Kaandam and Shakuntalam in a romantic duet highlights his unique signature style of blending classical literature with popular cinema.
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