- Lyricist
- Kannadasan
- Singer
- P. Susheela
- Music director
- K. V. Mahadevan
- Movie name
- Mugarasi
- Movie release year
- 1966
- Lyrics added on
- 1 Mar 2025
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
This classic song expresses the sensuous joy and romantic awakening of a woman indulging in a refreshing bath outdoors. Water acts as a mirror that gently embraces her form, while the surrounding elements of nature—the cool breeze, the singing cuckoo, and the water creatures—seem to participate in her euphoric state. Her physical body and innocent mind feel intoxicated with joy, yearning for warmth and affection.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Metaphor (Rupakam / Uvamai)
“Thanneer ennum kannadi”
Water is directly compared to a reflecting mirror ('Thanneer ennum kannadi') that lovingly envelopes the subject.
Alliteration (Moonaai)
“Kulirndha kaatru nadikkudhamma / Koovum kuyilum thudikudhamma”
Repetition of initial consonants like 'P' ('Pennin' / 'Paedhai') and 'K' ('Kulirndha' / 'Koovum') creates rhythmic harmony.
Personification
“Kulirndha kaatru nadikkudhamma”
Natural elements like the wind acting ('nadikkudhamma') and the cuckoo bird trembling with feeling are given human traits.
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Trivia
Featured in the 1966 Tamil movie 'Mugarasi' starring M. G. Ramachandran and Jayalalithaa, this track highlights K. V. Mahadevan's signature classical melody style, brought to life through P. Susheela's expressive vocals and Kannadasan's evocative lyrics.
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