Kummalam Pottathellam (Male) Cover Art

Kummalam Pottathellam (Male) Lyrics

From the movie Aaravalli

Kummalam Pottathellam (Male) Song Lyrics is the track from Aaravalli Tamil Film – 1957, Starring Mynavathi, G. Varalakshmi, T. P. Muthulakshmi, S.G. Easwer, V. Gopalakrishnan. This song was sung by சீர்காழி கோவிந்தராஜன் மற்றும் திருச்சி லோகநாதன். The music was composed by G. Ramanathan. Lyrics works penned by Pattukkottai Kalyanasundaram.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

Singers

சக
Singerசீர்காழி கோவிந்தராஜன் மற்றும் திருச்சி லோகநாதன்

Singers : Seerkazhi Govindarajan and Thiruchi Loganathan

Kummaalam pottathellaam adangiyathaa
Amma kummaalam pottathellaam adangiyathaa
Onga kottamellaanth thannaalae odungiyathaa

Males : Kummaalam hae kummaalam…yaehae…kummaalam dirii
Kummaalam pottathellaam adangiyathaa
Onga kottamellaanth thannaalae odungiyathaa

Chummaa moraikkaathae thuppu ketta pombalae
Chummaa moraikkaathae thuppu ketta pombalae
Ammaanai aadiduvaan enga naattu aambalae
Ammaanai aadiduvaan enga naattu aambalae

Semmaiyaaga maattikittu veenaana vambulae
Semmaiyaaga maattikittu veenaana vambulae

Males : Seerazhinji nikkuthu paar Selai kattum kumbalae

Males : Kummaalam hae kummaalam…yaehae…kummaalam dirii
Kummaalam pottathellaam adangiyathaa
Onga kottamellaanth thannaalae odungiyathaa

Paadaa paduththineenga pambaramaa aattuneenga
Paadaa paduththineenga pambaramaa aattuneenga
Maadaa nenachchu onga vallamaiya kaattuneenga
Maadaa nenachchu onga vallamaiya kaattuneenga

Odaaga thaeya vachchu uruk kolachchu vaattuneenga
Odaaga thaeya vachchu uruk kolachchu vaattuneenga
Onga kaalam odi pochu enga kaalam thirumbiyaachchu

Males : Kummaalam hae kummaalam…yaehae…kummaalam dirii
Kummaalam pottathellaam adangiyathaa
Onga kottamellaanth thannaalae odungiyathaa

Kaththigalae uruvuneenga Ada kannaalaethaan karuvuneenga
Kaththigalae uruvuneenga Ada kannaalaethaan karuvuneenga

Kandapadi pesuneenga Kaiyakkaala veedsuneenga
Kattupattu kuttupatta Kaalam maari pochchunga
Naanga kattupattu kuttuppatta Kaalam maari pochchunga

Males : Ittathuthaan sattam Ini idhai marakka venaanga kummaalam
Amma Males : Kummaalam
Unga Males : Kummaalam
Neenga Males : Kummaalam pottathellaam adangiyathaa
Onga kottamellaanth thannaalae odungiyathaa Kummaalam pottathellaam adangiyathaa
Onga kottamellaanth thannaalae odungiyathaa

Song Meaning & Analysis

This song, "Kummalam Pottathellam," from the 1957 film 'Aaravalli,' is a triumphant and confrontational anthem sung by the male characters. It reflects a pivotal moment in the narrative where the men, having endured a period of perceived oppression or dominance by women, assert their regained power and authority. The lyrics are a direct challenge to the women, questioning if their "revelry" and "arrogance" have finally subsided, and declaring that the era of female dominance is over, replaced by the men's rightful rule.

The song vividly describes the past suffering inflicted by the women, likening the men's treatment to being tormented, spun like tops, and treated as cattle. It highlights the women's aggressive actions—drawing swords, glaring maliciously, speaking wildly, and acting without restraint. The men proclaim that their time of submission and being "beaten" has ended, and now their word is law. The overall mood is one of boastful victory and a clear declaration of a shift in power dynamics, characteristic of the mythological or folklore themes often explored in early Tamil cinema.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Kummalam Pottathellam (Male)?

Kummalam Pottathellam (Male) is sung by சீர்காழி கோவிந்தராஜன் மற்றும் திருச்சி லோகநாதன்.

Which movie is Kummalam Pottathellam (Male) from?

The song Kummalam Pottathellam (Male) is featured in the movie Aaravalli.

Who wrote the lyrics for Kummalam Pottathellam (Male)?

The lyrics for Kummalam Pottathellam (Male) were written by Pattukkottai Kalyanasundaram with music composed by G. Ramanathan.

Is English translation available for Kummalam Pottathellam (Male) lyrics?

Yes! Kummalam Pottathellam (Male) lyrics from Aaravalli include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Kummalam Pottathellam (Male) lyrics?

This song, "Kummalam Pottathellam," from the 1957 film 'Aaravalli,' is a triumphant and confrontational anthem sung by the male characters. It reflects a pivotal moment in the narrative where the men, having endured a period of perceived oppression or dominance by women, assert their regained power and authority. The lyrics are a direct challenge to the women, questioning if their "revelry" and "arrogance" have finally subsided, and declaring that the era of female dominance is over, replaced by the men's rightful rule. The song vividly describes the past suffering inflicted by the women, likening the men's treatment to being tormented, spun like tops, and treated as cattle. It highlights the women's aggressive actions—drawing swords, glaring maliciously, speaking wildly, and acting without restraint. The men proclaim that their time of submission and being "beaten" has ended, and now their word is law. The overall mood is one of boastful victory and a clear declaration of a shift in power dynamics, characteristic of the mythological or folklore themes often explored in early Tamil cinema.

Music Video

Kummalam Pottathellam (Male) official music video

Song Details

Song NameKummalam Pottathellam (Male)
Singersசீர்காழி கோவிந்தராஜன் மற்றும் திருச்சி லோகநாதன்
LyricistPattukkottai Kalyanasundaram
LanguageTamil

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