- Lyricist
- Vairamuthu
- Singers
- Unni Menon, Uma Ramanan
- Music director
- Ilayaraja
- Movie name
- Oru Kaidhiyin Diary
- Movie release year
- 1985
- Lyrics added on
- 9 Jan 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
'Pon Maane Kobam Yenoo' is a classic romantic duet depicting 'Oodal' (a gentle lover's quarrel) between the lead couple. The male protagonist playfully asks his beloved why she is upset with him, comparing her sudden anger to sweet milk turning to stone or a delicate rose turning into sharp thorns. He humorously notes how he, the protector, feels like a helpless captive before her beauty. The female protagonist playfully retorts that all men speak falsehoods, yet acknowledges that a slight romantic dispute only enhances the sweetness and pride of love. As they exchange tender metaphors involving full moons, gentle breezes, and soft flowers, their affection deepens, resolving the playful conflict. Composed by Ilaiyaraaja with lyrics by Vairamuthu, the song captures the essence of youthful romance, playfulness, and mutual admiration.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Uruvagamm)
“Kaadhal paalkudam kallaai ponathu”
'Kaadhal paalkudam' (pot of milk of love) compares love to a pot of pure milk that has hardened into stone due to misunderstanding.
Rhetorical Question
“Rendu kangalum ondru ondrin mel Kobam kolvathaa”
The poet uses rhetorical questions like asking if two eyes of the same person can be angry with each other, emphasizing unity between lovers.
Visual Imagery
“Rendu pournami kangalil paarkiren vaa”
'Rendu pournami kangalil paarkiren' creates vivid imagery of bright, radiant eyes resembling two full moons.
Hyperbole / Soft Paradox
“Pookkal mothinaal kaayam neruma”
'Pookkal mothinaal kaayam neruma' asks if gentle flowers colliding can cause injury, illustrating the softness of their romantic quarrel.
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Trivia
'Pon Maane Kobam Yenoo' from 'Oru Kaidhiyin Diary' (1985) features music composed by Maestro Ilaiyaraaja and lyrics written by Vairamuthu. The song is sung by Unni Menon and Uma Ramanan, marking one of Unni Menon's early iconic hit tracks in Tamil cinema. The film stars Kamal Haasan in a double role and was directed by P. Bharathiraja.
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