- Lyricist
- T. N. Rajappa
- Singers
- P. Leela, T. A. Mothi
- Music director
- T. R. Pappa
- Movie name
- Athma Shanthi
- Movie release year
- 1952
- Lyrics added on
- 4 Nov 2020
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This classic duet is a romantic back-and-forth between two lovers who express their affection through playful teasing, metaphors of nature, and eager anticipation of their union. The female lead playfully questions the male lead's sincerity, while he reassures her with endearing terms and comparisons to roses and songbirds. Together, they envision a joyous future as husband and wife, promising never to forget or separate from one another.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Uvamai (Simile)
“Pudhu roja polae”
Compares the vibrant and joyful life of the lovers to a fresh rose blooming on earth.
Uvamai (Simile) & Imagery
“Mani vandu pol unnai pattri”
Uses the image of a honeybee (vandu) clinging to a flower to symbolise romantic devotion and closeness.
Iyaibu (Rhyming Couplet/End Rhyme)
“Thavaradhae / Maravadhae / Piriyadhae”
Matching end-rhymes (Thavaradhae, Maravadhae, Piriyadhae) create a rhythmic, catchy conclusion to the song.
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Trivia
Athma Shanthi (1952) was produced simultaneously in Tamil and Kannada, starring popular actors of the era such as T. R. Ramachandran and P. K. Saraswathi. The song highlights the poetic style of lyricist T. N. Rajappa.
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