- Lyricist
- K. S. Gopalakrishnan
- Singer
- K. A. Thangavel
- Music director
- Master Venu
- Movie name
- Enga Veettu Mahalaskhmi
- Movie release year
- 1957
- Lyrics added on
- 12 Apr 2022
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This song is a lighthearted comic reproach sung by K. A. Thangavelu's character to his wife, admonishing her for her stubbornness, greed, and bad decisions. He lists her misdeeds, such as disobeying her husband, failing to raise children well, stirring up trouble in a happy family, and misusing hard-earned money.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Monaai (Initial Alliteration)
“Purushan sollai ketkaama / Puthi kettu ponathukku / Podhadhu unakku indha thandanai”
Repetition of the initial 'P' consonant sound across lines creating a rhythmic beat.
Refrain (Anaphora)
“Unakku indha thandanai”
The repeated use of 'Thandanai' (punishment) at the end of thematic units reinforces the lighthearted theme of retribution.
Iyaibu (End Rhyme)
“Vivasayam senja enna / Vyaabaaram seiya sonna”
Matching end sounds across consecutive lines emphasizing comic delivery.
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Trivia
This track highlights the unique comedic singing and dialogue delivery style of legendary Tamil comedian K. A. Thangavelu in the 1957 hit film Enga Veettu Mahalakshmi, composed by Master Venu.
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