- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- T. M. Soundararajan
- Music director
- M. S. Vishwanathan
- Movie name
- Bhavani
- Movie release year
- 1967
- Lyrics added on
- 6 Jun 2025
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Punnagaiyil Oru Porul Vanthathu is a romantic song expressing the joy and admiration felt between two lovers. The protagonist lovingly describes the beauty, gentle shy gestures, and charming presence of his beloved, noting how every smile and movement of hers holds a deeper emotional meaning that fills his heart.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Uvamai (Simile / Metaphor)
“Poo mugathil thanga niram vanthathu”
Poo mugathil compares the soft beauty of the woman's face to a delicate flower.
Yemagai / Wordplay
“Vanji endral ennai vanjipatho”
Kannadasan plays with the word 'Vanji', using it both as an affectionate term for a young woman and as a root for 'vanjipatho' (deceiving).
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Pottu vaithaal aval mugathile / Pulli vaithaal enthan manthile”
Repetition of initial consonant sounds ('Po' and 'Pu') creating melodic rhythm.
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Trivia
This song features iconic lyricism by Kannadasan, who was known for blending classical literary Tamil terms like 'Vanji' with accessible romantic themes. The melody composed by M. S. Vishwanathan and rendered by T. M. Soundararajan remains a cherished classic of 1960s Tamil cinema.
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