Afsal sings ‘Hara Hara Shambho’ from the album Mayamohini, with lyrics by Vayalar Sharathchandra Varma and music by Berny Ignatius. The song tells the story of a divine enchantress who shakes even Lord Shiva’s heart. It blends mythology with modern-day struggles, offering a layered narrative.
Hara Hara Shambho
Afsal • From “Mayamohini”
Hara Hara Shambho Lyrics Translation (from “Mayamohini”)
Vayalar Sharathchandra Varma writes, ‘Even Lord Shiva’s heart was shaken from head to toe, didn’t it tremble?’ The lyricist uses Shiva’s vulnerability to highlight the power of beauty and desire. He also contrasts ancient tales with today’s moral decline, focusing on the dangers faced by women.
Haraharashambho Shivanude Nenjam Adimudi Ilakiya KadhariyilleEven Lord Shiva’s heart was shaken from head to toe, didn’t it tremble?
Alakadalaalum Vadamalanaadhan Arikilorazhakiya Mohini Aayille MohichilleWhen a beautiful ‘Mohini’ or enchantress appeared beside the Lord of the North Mountain, didn’t he fall for her?
PandennoWas it back then?
Pennuvannaal Mamunipolum VennathanneIf a woman appears, even a great sage is defeated.
Ee Maanil Paavam Aanin Kadhaparayaanundo PinneThen is there any need to tell the story of a common man on this earth?
Maya MohiniThe illusory enchantress.
Haraharashambho Shivanude Nenjam Adimudi Ilakiya KadhariyilleEven Lord Shiva’s heart was shaken from head to toe, didn’t it tremble?
Alakadalaalum Vadamalanaadhan Arikilorazhakiya Mohini Aayille HeyWhen a beautiful enchantress appeared beside the Lord of the North Mountain, didn’t he?
Chapalatha Sahajam Kaipizha SahajamFickleness is natural, and making a mistake is human.
Akrama Reethikal AmganayodarutheBut don’t use violent ways against women.
ArutharutheDon’t, just don’t.
Maya MohiniThe illusory enchantress.
Ithaanu Mahilaye Aaradhikkaan Paranja BhoologamThis is the world that was told to worship women.
Inno Chuttum Kaama PeyaattamBut today, there’s a dance of desire all around.
Ithaanu Kaliyuga Kaalam Vayya Thanichu SanchaaramThis is the age of ‘Kali Yuga’ or moral decline; it’s impossible to travel alone.
Naari Maanam Pokum KattayamA woman’s honor will surely be at risk.
Abhinava Mohinikko Theruvoram Puthu Peedakar Vaka SalkaaramFor the modern woman, new harassers wait on the street corners to target her.
Idavum Valavum Kazhukan Padayanikal SharamunakalTo the left and right, there are armies of vultures and sharp arrows.
Maya MohiniThe illusory enchantress.
Haraharashambho Shivanude Nenjam Adimudi Ilakiya KadhariyilleEven Lord Shiva’s heart was shaken from head to toe, didn’t it tremble?
Alakadalaalum Vadamalanaadhan Arikilorazhakiya Mohini Aayille HeyWhen a beautiful enchantress appeared beside the Lord of the North Mountain, didn’t he?
Maya MohiniThe illusory enchantress.
Kadaramizhimuna Maaril Thaazhthum Apaara LavanyamBoundless beauty sinks the sharp tip of dark eyes into the chest.
Kathi Kathi Kerum TharunyamYouth burns brighter and brighter.
Vikara Kodumudi Kerippokum Viveka ShoonyarkoFor those lacking wisdom who climb the peak of emotions,
Vasthraakshepam Polum NissaramEven shaming a woman is treated as a trivial matter.
Abhinava Mohinikko Nettottam Swaya Rakshathediyora BhyaasamFor the modern woman, life is a frantic run and a struggle for self-protection.
Kavacham Panithe Kazhiyu Shiva Shivane Ini UdaneShe must build a shield to survive right now, Oh Lord Shiva.
Maya MohiniThe illusory enchantress.
Haraharashambho Shivanude Nenjam Adimudi Ilakiya KadhariyilleEven Lord Shiva’s heart was shaken from head to toe, didn’t it tremble?
Alakadalaalum Vadamalanaadhan Arikilorazhakiya Mohini Aayille MohichilleWhen a beautiful enchantress appeared beside the Lord of the North Mountain, didn’t he fall for her?
PandennoWas it back then?
Pennuvannaal Mamunipolum VennathanneIf a woman appears, even a great sage is defeated.
Ee Maanil Paavam Aanin Kadhaparayaanundo PinneThen is there any need to tell the story of a common man on this earth?
Araharashambho Shivanude Nenjam Adimudi Ilakiya KadhariyilleEven Lord Shiva’s heart was shaken from head to toe, didn’t it tremble?
Alakadalaalum Vadamalanaadhan Arikilorazhakiya Mohini Aayille MohichiWhen a beautiful enchantress appeared beside the Lord of the North Mountain, he fell for her.
Chapalatha Sahajam Kaipizha Sahajam Akrama Reethikal AmganayodarutheFickleness is natural, and making a mistake is human, but don’t use violent ways against women.
ArutharutheDon’t, just don’t.
Chapalatha Sahajam Kaipizha Sahajam Akrama Reethikal AmganayodarutheFickleness is natural, and making a mistake is human, but don’t use violent ways against women.
ArutharutheDon’t, just don’t.
Maya MohiniThe illusory enchantress.
Hara Hara Shambho Music Video
The meaning behind ‘Hara Hara Shambho’ is a reflection on temptation and societal decay. Afsal’s powerful vocals bring depth to this Malayalam track, making it both timeless and urgent.