- Lyricist
- S. N. Anuradha
- Singers
- Rajan Chelliah, Sree Ganesh
- Music director
- M. Ghibran
- Movie name
- Adhe Kangal
- Movie release year
- 2017
- Lyrics added on
- 20 Mar 2017
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
The song 'Thandhiraa' serves as a dramatic character theme from the movie Adhe Kangal, exposing the true, sinister nature of a deceptive female protagonist. The lyricist warns the listener to stay away from her, describing how her innocent look is merely a disguise for her conniving, dangerous personality.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor
“Amul baby makeup-il / Anakonda nee”
Compares her innocent cosmetic look directly to a dangerous predator snake.
Idiom / Metaphor
“Pasu tholil pulithaanae”
Uses the classic idiom of a 'wolf/tiger in sheep's clothing' to show deceit.
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Azhagaana sadhigaari / Adangaa pidaari”
Repetition of the initial 'A' sound in consecutive lines.
Contrast / Juxtaposition
“Kannaadi dhegathil / Kaattaaru nee”
Juxtaposes a fragile glass-like body with a wild, destructive river to portray hidden power and danger.
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Trivia
The track was composed by Ghibran for the 2017 romantic thriller 'Adhe Kangal'. The lyrics vividly mirror the film's core plot involving fraud, imposter identities, and deception.
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