- Lyricist
- SBI Mohan
- Singer
- Chinmayi
- Music director
- RN. Uthamaraja
- Movie name
- Thodraa
- Movie release year
- 2018
- Lyrics added on
- 2 Apr 2018
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song expresses the overwhelming, enchanting sensation of falling deeply in love. The female protagonist describes her lover as a 'kaadhal kalavani' (romantic thief) who stole her heart and soul. She captures her internal struggle—the mixture of shyness, joy, and playful fear that washes over her whenever he is near. She longs to merge her existence with his, describing how his presence turns her life into a lush, blooming garden, while his absence leaves her feeling like a desolate desert. The verse imagery delves into wedding visualizer themes and intense romantic devotion, where she expresses that her life's ultimate purpose is to unite with her beloved. Through vivid contrasts of nature and emotion, the song captures the magical, intoxicating journey of young love.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Simile (Uwamai Ani)
“Kandathumae paambai pola / Pathungi kolgiren”
Compares the protagonist's coy hiding behavior upon seeing her lover to a snake quietly retreating into cover.
Contrast / Antonymy (Muran)
“Solai aaga maarinenae / Paalayaagiren”
Juxtaposes 'Solai' (a flourishing garden) when in love with 'Paalai' (a desolate desert) when separated from the lover.
Second-Letter Rhyme (Ethugai)
“Pollatha kaadhal vanthu / Sollatha vekkam vanthu”
The second consonant 'll' (இல்/ல்) is matched between 'Pollatha' and 'Sollatha' across consecutive stanzas.
End Rhyme (Iyaipu)
“Kollamaa ennai kolluthae / Ullu kullae thaakkuthae”
The matching ending rhythm and sound pattern ('uthae') creates a melodious poetic cadence.
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Trivia
'Thodraa' (2018) is an Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film directed by Madhuraj. The soundtrack features lyrics written by SBI Mohan, capturing traditional Tamil romantic metaphors alongside contemporary colloquial phrasing.
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