- Lyricist
- Pazhani Bharathi
- Singers
- Mano, Mary George
- Music director
- Deva
- Movie name
- Nesam
- Movie release year
- 1997
- Lyrics added on
- 28 Jan 2019
Lyrics & meaning
Beyond the translation
Overall song meaning
Thuli Thuli Malai Thuli from the movie Nesam (1997) is a romantic and sensuous song capturing the blossoming intimacy and passionate longing between two lovers set against the backdrop of rainfall. The cool rain drops falling on the skin are paradoxically described as burning with passion, mimicking the gentle yet electrifying touch of a lover's fingers. Through playful allegory and evocative imagery, the song explores the heightened romantic tension brought on by nature, where the breeze, rain, and atmosphere heighten their desires. The lyricist uses powerful metaphors, such as comparing the depth of womanhood to the depth of the ocean, which can only be truly known and felt by her partner. The song highlights youthful passion, intimacy, and the eagerness of the lovers to break past conventional boundaries to unite as one.
Writing craft
Poetic devices
Iyaibu (End Rhyme)
“Thuli thuli malai thuli / Kullikkidhu oru kili / Rasikkidhu iru vizhi”
The line endings 'thuli', 'kili', and 'vizhi' rhyme consistently to create a soothing, rhythmic cadence imitating rainfall.
Monai (Initial Alliteration)
“Pani thuli vizhuvadhaal / Pookkal udaivadhillai”
Repetition of the initial 'P' sound across adjacent words creates an alliterative poetic flow.
Uvamai (Simile)
“Unadhu viralai pol theendudhae”
The sensation of raindrops touching the skin is directly compared to the gentle touch of a lover's fingers using the word 'pol' (like).
Uruvagam (Metaphor)
“Kaadhal minnal keettru”
A sudden rush of romantic feeling inside the heart is metaphorically described as a lightning ray.
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Trivia
Nesam (1997) starring Ajith Kumar and Maheshwari featured music composed by 'Isaipuyal' Deva, with lyrics written by Pazhani Bharathi. This sensuous duet was performed by veteran singers Mano and K. S. Chithra.
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