Appodhu Nalla Thangaa Cover Art

Appodhu Nalla Thangaa Lyrics

From the movie Vaazhga Valarga

Appodhu Nalla Thangaa Song Lyrics is the track from Vaazhga Valarga Tamil Film – 1987, Starring Radha Ravi, Saritha, Unni Mary, Senthamarai, Senthil, Oru Viral Krishna Rao, Kumarimuthu, Idichapuli Selvaraj, Pasi Narayanan, Thalapathy Raja. This song was sung by கே. எஸ். சித்ரா. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Isaignani Ilayaraja.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

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Music DirectorIlayaraja

Singers

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Singerகே. எஸ். சித்ரா

Star Cast

Appodhu nalla thangaa Elang kodiyum…
Ovvoru makkalaai thallinaa Kenathukkullae…
Odiya thalai maganum… Uthamikkae uraippaan…
Ennai thaan kollaadhae Ennai petra maadhaavae…

Oru pillai petru Ulagathaiyae aalalaiyaa
Ezhu pillai petrumallo Ezhai madhi aanaai ammaa
Maadu maechu kanji koduppen maadhaavae Ennai thaan kollaa venam
Ennai petra maadhaavae…

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song narrates a deeply tragic and well-known Tamil folk tale, the story of Nallathanga. Driven to extreme poverty and despair after her husband's kingdom is usurped and her children face starvation, Nallathanga decides to end their suffering by drowning them in a well. The lyrics capture the heart-wrenching moment when her eldest son, realizing her intent, desperately pleads for his life, offering to work and provide for her.

The song powerfully conveys the profound anguish of a mother forced to commit an unthinkable act due to dire circumstances. The son's plea, reminding her of her past glory and promising to care for her, highlights the ultimate sacrifice and the tragic irony of a mother's love pushed to its breaking point. It's a poignant reflection on human suffering and the desperate measures people might take when all hope is lost.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Appodhu Nalla Thangaa?

Appodhu Nalla Thangaa is sung by கே. எஸ். சித்ரா.

Which movie is Appodhu Nalla Thangaa from?

The song Appodhu Nalla Thangaa is featured in the movie Vaazhga Valarga.

Who wrote the lyrics for Appodhu Nalla Thangaa?

The lyrics for Appodhu Nalla Thangaa were written by Isaignani Ilayaraja with music composed by Ilayaraja.

Is English translation available for Appodhu Nalla Thangaa lyrics?

Yes! Appodhu Nalla Thangaa lyrics from Vaazhga Valarga include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Appodhu Nalla Thangaa lyrics?

This song narrates a deeply tragic and well-known Tamil folk tale, the story of Nallathanga. Driven to extreme poverty and despair after her husband's kingdom is usurped and her children face starvation, Nallathanga decides to end their suffering by drowning them in a well. The lyrics capture the heart-wrenching moment when her eldest son, realizing her intent, desperately pleads for his life, offering to work and provide for her. The song powerfully conveys the profound anguish of a mother forced to commit an unthinkable act due to dire circumstances. The son's plea, reminding her of her past glory and promising to care for her, highlights the ultimate sacrifice and the tragic irony of a mother's love pushed to its breaking point. It's a poignant reflection on human suffering and the desperate measures people might take when all hope is lost.

Song Details

Song NameAppodhu Nalla Thangaa
Singersகே. எஸ். சித்ரா
LyricistIsaignani Ilayaraja
LanguageTamil

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