S. C. Krishnan performs ‘Bombalainga Therinju’ from the album Bhagyavathi. Lyricist A. Maruthakasi and composer S. Dakshinamurthi craft a humorous guide for modern marital dynamics. The song merges gentle teasing with sharp fashion advice.
Bombalainga Therinju
S. C. Krishnan • From “Bhagyavathi”
Bombalainga Therinju Lyrics Translation S. C. Krishnan | Bhagyavathi
Maruthakasi’s lyrics instruct women to hide shyness and walk with bold confidence. Specific lines mention wearing sunglasses and velvet purses as essential tools for capturing a husband’s attention.
Pombalainga Therinju KollanumWomen need to learn.
Intha Kaala PombalaingaModern women of these times,
Therinju KollanumThey really need to learn.
Purushargalai NaagareegaThey’ve got to know how to charm their husbands,
Muraiyinilae Vasiyam PannaIn a sophisticated and modern way.
Pombalainga Therinju KollanumWomen need to learn.
Intha Kaala PombalaingaModern women of these times,
Therinju KollanumThey really need to learn.
Konji Konji PesikkittuBy speaking in a sweet, coaxing tone,
Kulungi MinukkikkituAnd moving with a playful, stylish grace.
Konji Konji PesikkittuWhile talking with those endearing words,
Kulungi MinukkikkituAnd carrying themselves with a refined shimmer.
Kushipaduththu KondavanaiTo keep the man they’ve pleased,
Vasapaduththa InthakaalaCaptivated in this modern age.
Pombalainga Therinju KollanumWomen need to learn.
Intha Kaala PombalaingaModern women of these times,
Therinju KollanumThey really need to learn.
Chiffon Silk KattikittuBy wrapping themselves in Chiffon silk,
Scent Powder PoosikittuAnd applying perfume and powder.
Haan Chiffon Silk KattikittuYes, by wearing that Chiffon silk,
Scent Powder PoosikittuAnd putting on their fragrance and powder.
Lipstick-kai ThadavikittuBy putting on a bit of lipstick,
Rettai Pinnal Pottu KollaAnd styling their hair into double braids.
PombalaingaThe women.
Pombalainga Therinju KollanumWomen need to learn.
Intha Kaala PombalaingaModern women of these times,
Therinju KollanumThey really need to learn.
Vekkaththaium KakkaththilaeThey’ve got to tuck their shyness away,
Adakki KollanumKeeping it completely hidden.
Midukkaana PaarvaiyoduWith a bold and confident gaze,
Nadanthu SellanumThey should walk ahead.
Vekkaththaium KakkaththilaeThey must set aside their modesty,
Adakki KollanumRestraining it within.
Midukkaana PaarvaiyoduWith a grand and dignified look,
Nadanthu SellanumThey’ve got to carry themselves forward.
Mukkiyamaa Cooling GlassMost importantly, ‘cooling glasses’,
Mugaththil IrukkanumMust be worn on their faces.
Mukkiyamaa Cooling GlassCrucially, those ‘sunglasses’,
Mugaththil IrukkanumShould be right there on their faces.
Mun Kaiyil VelvettuAnd a velvet purse on their forearm,
Pai OosalaadanumShould be swinging back and forth.
PompalaingaThe women.
Pombalainga Therinju KollanumWomen need to learn.
Intha Kaala PombalaingaModern women of these times,
Therinju KollanumThey really need to learn.
Aampalai Manasu VanduA man’s heart is like a bee,
Aampalai Manasu VanduYes, a man’s heart is like a wandering bee.
Adhu Alaiyum Azhagai KanduIt drifts away wherever it sees beauty.
Intha Unmaiyai NallaaAfter knowing this truth well,
Unmaiyai Nallaa PurinjukonduUnderstanding this reality perfectly,
Ullam Pola Nadanthu KollaThey must act according to his heart’s desire.
PompalaingaThe women.
Pombalainga Therinju KollanumWomen need to learn.
Intha Kaala PombalaingaModern women of these times,
Therinju KollanumThey really need to learn.
Purushargalai NaagareegaTo charm their husbands in a modern style,
Muraiyinilae Vasiyam PannaIn a sophisticated manner.
Purushargalai NaagareegaTo captivate their husbands gracefully,
Muraiyinilae Vasiyam PannaIn a refined and polished way.
Pombalainga Therinju KollanumWomen need to learn.
Intha Kaala PombalaingaModern women of these times,
Therinju KollanumThey really need to learn.
Bombalainga Therinju Music Video
Balancing traditional affection with modern style defines the Bombalainga Therinju lyrics translation. The song positions Western fashion elements as practical strategies within mid-century Tamil marriage norms.