Kungumam Lyrics

From the movie Kungumam

Kungumam Song Lyrics is the track from Kungumam Tamil Film – 1963, Starring Sivaji Ganesan, C. R. Vijayakumari, S. S. Rajendran, R. Muthuraman, S. V. Ranga Rao, Nagesh, O. A. K. Thevar, Manorama, Sharada. This song was sung by சூலமங்கலம் ராஜலட்சுமி மற்றும் பி. சுசீலா. The music was composed by K. V. Mahadevan. Lyrics works penned by Kannadasan.

Track Credits & Star Cast

Music & Lyrics

Music DirectorK. V. Mahadevan

LyricistKannadasan

Singers

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Singerசூலமங்கலம் ராஜலட்சுமி மற்றும் பி. சுசீலா

Star Cast

ActorSivaji Ganesan

ActorC. R. Vijayakumari

ActorS. S. Rajendran

Translation

Females : Kungumam Mangala mangaiyar kungumam
Kungumam Mangala mangaiyar kungumam
Kungumam Madhurai meenaatchi kungumam
Kungumam Mangala mangaiyar kungumam
Kungumam Madhurai meenaatchi kungumam
Kungumam Mangala mangaiyar kungumam

Females : Thingal mugathil sembavalam ena Thigazhum mangala kungumam
Thingal mugathil sembavalam ena Thigazhum mangala kungumam
Dhevi kaamaatchi thirumuga thaamarai Thaekkum mangala kungumam
Dhevi kaamaatchi thirumuga thaamarai Thaekkum mangala kungumam

Females : Kungumam Mangala mangaiyar kungumam

Females : Kaasi visaalaatchi karunai mugathil Kalangarai kaattum kungumam
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaa…aaa… Kaasi visaalaatchi karunai mugathil
Kalangarai kaattum kungumam

Females : Kannagiyodu madhurai nagaril Kanalaai ezhundha kungumam
Kannagiyodu madhurai nagaril Kanalaai ezhundha kungumam

Females : Kungumam Mangala mangaiyar kungumam

Females : Raajaamani yenum annai mugathil Nalam pera vilangum kungumam
Raajaamani yenum annai mugathil Nalam pera vilangum kungumam
Narkkula maadhar karppinai pottri Naattinar vanangum kungumam
Narkkula maadhar karppinai pottri Naattinar vanangum kungumam

Females : Kungumam Mangala mangaiyar kungumam
Kungumam Madhurai meenaatchi kungumam
Kungumam Mangala mangaiyar kungumam

Song Meaning & Analysis

The song further connects kumkumam to the legendary figure of Kannagi, whose fiery chastity led to the burning of Madurai, implying its inherent power and significance. It also praises the kumkum worn by a mother named Rajamani and highlights how it represents the chastity and nobility of women, revered by society. The overall mood is one of reverence and celebration of traditional feminine virtues and the spiritual essence of kumkumam.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the singer of Kungumam?

Kungumam is sung by சூலமங்கலம் ராஜலட்சுமி மற்றும் பி. சுசீலா.

Which movie is Kungumam from?

The song Kungumam is featured in the movie Kungumam.

Who wrote the lyrics for Kungumam?

The lyrics for Kungumam were written by Kannadasan with music composed by K. V. Mahadevan.

Is English translation available for Kungumam lyrics?

Yes! Kungumam lyrics from Kungumam include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.

What is the meaning of Kungumam lyrics?

This devotional song is a heartfelt ode to 'Kumkumam' (vermilion), a sacred and auspicious mark worn by married Hindu women on their forehead. The lyrics elevate kumkumam beyond a mere cosmetic, portraying it as a symbol of divinity, purity, and feminine power. It draws parallels with revered goddesses like Meenakshi of Madurai, Kamakshi, and Visalakshi of Kasi, suggesting that the kumkum worn by ordinary women embodies the same divine grace and auspiciousness. The song further connects kumkumam to the legendary figure of Kannagi, whose fiery chastity led to the burning of Madurai, implying its inherent power and significance. It also praises the kumkum worn by a mother named Rajamani and highlights how it represents the chastity and nobility of women, revered by society. The overall mood is one of reverence and celebration of traditional feminine virtues and the spiritual essence of kumkumam.