
Pongalo Pongal Lyrics
From the movie Mahanadhi
Pongalo Pongal Song Lyrics is the track from Mahanadhi Tamil Film – 1994, Starring Kamal Haasan, Poornam Viswanathan, S. N. Lakshmi, Cochin Haneefa, Sukanya, Mahanadhi Shobana, Mahanadi Dinesh, Mahanadhi Shankar, Rajesh, Tulasi. This song was sung by கே. எஸ். சித்ரா மற்றும் குழு. The music was composed by Ilayaraja. Lyrics works penned by Vaali.
Track Credits & Star Cast
Singers
Star Cast
Female Chorus : Lululululululooo
Male Chorus : Pongalao pongal
Female Chorus : Pongalao pongal
Male Chorus : Pongalao pongal
Female Chorus : Pongalao pongal
Thai pongalum vandhadhu Paalum pongudhu
Paattu solladiyo Vanna mangaiyar aadidum
Mahaanadhiyai potri solladiyo Indha ponni enbaval thennaattavarkku
Anbin annaiyadi Ival thanneer endroru aadai kattidum
Dheiva mangaiyadi
Male Chorus : Hae thaiyai theeyam thakku Theeyam thakku
Female Chorus : Hae thaiyai theeyam thakku Theeyam thakku
Male Chorus : Hae thaiyai theeyam thakku Theeyam thakku
Female Chorus : Hae thaiyai theeyam thakku Theeyam thakku
Thai pongalum vandhadhu Paalum pongudhu
Paattu solladiyo Vanna mangaiyar aadidum
Mahaanadhiyai potri solladiyo
Muppaattan kaalam thottu Muppogam yaaraala
Kal maedu thaandi varum Kaaveri neeraala
Saethoda serndha vidha Naathu vidaadhaa
Naathodu seidhi solla Kaathu varaadhaa
Sevvaazha sengarumbu Jaadhi malli thottam thaan
Ellaamae ingirukka Yedhum illa vaattam thaan
Namma sorgam enbadhu Mannil ulladhu
Vaanil illaiyadi Namma inbam enbadhu kannil ulladhu
Kanavil illaiyadi
Thai pongalum vandhadhu Paalum pongudhu
Paattu solladiyo Vanna mangaiyar aadidum
Mahaanadhiyai potri solladiyo Indha ponni enbaval thennaattavarkku
Anbin annaiyadi Ival thanneer endroru aadai kattidum
Dheiva mangaiyadi
Song Meaning & Analysis
This song, 'Pongalo Pongal,' is a vibrant celebration of the harvest festival of Pongal, deeply rooted in Tamil culture. It expresses immense gratitude for nature's bounty, particularly highlighting the life-giving Cauvery river, affectionately called Ponni, which is revered as a divine mother providing sustenance to the people of the South. The lyrics paint a picture of joy, prosperity, and the simple pleasures of rural life, emphasizing that true happiness and heaven are found on earth, amidst the fertile fields and the community's collective spirit.
The song serves as a joyous interlude in the otherwise serious film 'Mahanadhi,' showcasing a moment of pure, unadulterated happiness and cultural tradition before the protagonist's life takes a tragic turn. It underscores the importance of agriculture, the beauty of the land with its red bananas, sugarcane, and jasmine, and the communal spirit of the festival. The rhythmic chants and calls to sing and dance reflect the energetic and celebratory mood of Pongal, a time when milk overflows, symbolizing abundance and good fortune.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the singer of Pongalo Pongal?
Pongalo Pongal is sung by கே. எஸ். சித்ரா மற்றும் குழு.
Which movie is Pongalo Pongal from?
The song Pongalo Pongal is featured in the movie Mahanadhi.
Who wrote the lyrics for Pongalo Pongal?
The lyrics for Pongalo Pongal were written by Vaali with music composed by Ilayaraja.
Is English translation available for Pongalo Pongal lyrics?
Yes! Pongalo Pongal lyrics from Mahanadhi include line-by-line English translation, English transliteration, and native Tamil script on Lyricsverse.
What is the meaning of Pongalo Pongal lyrics?
This song, 'Pongalo Pongal,' is a vibrant celebration of the harvest festival of Pongal, deeply rooted in Tamil culture. It expresses immense gratitude for nature's bounty, particularly highlighting the life-giving Cauvery river, affectionately called Ponni, which is revered as a divine mother providing sustenance to the people of the South. The lyrics paint a picture of joy, prosperity, and the simple pleasures of rural life, emphasizing that true happiness and heaven are found on earth, amidst the fertile fields and the community's collective spirit. The song serves as a joyous interlude in the otherwise serious film 'Mahanadhi,' showcasing a moment of pure, unadulterated happiness and cultural tradition before the protagonist's life takes a tragic turn. It underscores the importance of agriculture, the beauty of the land with its red bananas, sugarcane, and jasmine, and the communal spirit of the festival. The rhythmic chants and calls to sing and dance reflect the energetic and celebratory mood of Pongal, a time when milk overflows, symbolizing abundance and good fortune.
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