Maalai Podura Lyrics
From the movie Anandha Kanneer
Maalai Podura Song Lyrics is the track from Anandha Kanneer Tamil Film – 1986, Starring Sivaji Ganesan, Lakshmi, Janagaraj, Major Sundarrajan, Thengai Srinivasan, V. K. Ramasamy, Venniradai Moorthy. This song was sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம். The music was composed by Shankar Ganesh. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.
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Maala podura kalyaanamaa Yaelam podura vyaabaaramaa
Peyarukku manamagan avanoru vilai magan Yaarukkumae vetkam illa maanam illa
Maala podura kalyaanamaa Yaelam podura vyaabaaramaa
Peyarukku manamagan avanoru vilai magan Yaarukkumae vetkam illa maanam illa
Thallaadha vayasilae thanthai ingu paduthittaa
Illaadha seedhanatha thannai vithu koduthittaa
Podhumadaa saamigalaa ponna petha perum paavam
Podhumadaa saamigalaa ponna petha perum paavam
Kalyaanam sorgathil unma thaanaa ha
Maala podura kalyaanamaa Yaelam podura vyaabaaramaa
Peyarukku manamagan avanoru vilai magan Yaarukkumae vetkam illa maanam illa
Ponnoda nethiyila kungumamaa minnuvadhu
Appaavin maeniyilae sindhi vandha ratham adhu
Saandhi illaa mugoortham idhu edhuvum ingae sadangaachu
Saandhi illaa mugoortham idhu edhuvum ingae sadangaachu
Kanneerum panneerum onnu thaanaa
Maala podura kalyaanamaa Yaelam podura vyaabaaramaa
Peyarukku manamagan avanoru vilai magan Yaarukkumae vetkam illa maanam illa
Vetkam illa maanam illa
Song Meaning & Analysis
This poignant song, 'Maalai Podura', from the 1986 film 'Anandha Kanneer', is a scathing social commentary on the transactional nature of marriages, particularly the dowry system prevalent in society. The lyrics express the deep anguish and disillusionment of a father and a bride caught in the web of societal expectations and financial demands. It questions the sanctity of marriage when it becomes a mere business deal, where the groom is seen as a 'bought man' and dignity is lost.
The song vividly portrays the immense sacrifice of the father, who, in his old age, has to 'sell himself' to arrange the dowry for his daughter, highlighting the 'great sin' of having a daughter in such a society. The imagery of the vermilion on the bride's forehead being the father's blood powerfully conveys his suffering. The lyrics lament the loss of true meaning in rituals, suggesting that even auspicious moments become hollow ceremonies, and the tears shed are real, unlike the ceremonial rosewater. It's a cry against the dehumanizing aspects of dowry and forced marriages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Maalai Podura?
Maalai Podura is sung by எஸ். பி. பாலசுப்ரமணியம்.
Which movie is Maalai Podura from?
The song Maalai Podura is featured in the movie Anandha Kanneer.
Who wrote the lyrics for Maalai Podura?
The lyrics for Maalai Podura were written by Vaali with music composed by Shankar Ganesh.
Is English translation available for Maalai Podura lyrics?
Yes! Maalai Podura lyrics from Anandha Kanneer include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Maalai Podura lyrics?
This poignant song, 'Maalai Podura', from the 1986 film 'Anandha Kanneer', is a scathing social commentary on the transactional nature of marriages, particularly the dowry system prevalent in society. The lyrics express the deep anguish and disillusionment of a father and a bride caught in the web of societal expectations and financial demands. It questions the sanctity of marriage when it becomes a mere business deal, where the groom is seen as a 'bought man' and dignity is lost. The song vividly portrays the immense sacrifice of the father, who, in his old age, has to 'sell himself' to arrange the dowry for his daughter, highlighting the 'great sin' of having a daughter in such a society. The imagery of the vermilion on the bride's forehead being the father's blood powerfully conveys his suffering. The lyrics lament the loss of true meaning in rituals, suggesting that even auspicious moments become hollow ceremonies, and the tears shed are real, unlike the ceremonial rosewater. It's a cry against the dehumanizing aspects of dowry and forced marriages.
