Forget the sun-kissed beaches of Dharmaville and the vibrant chaos of Dilliwood; “Idhe Idhe” from the Tollywood flick “Hi Nanna” plunges you into a whirlpool of raw, unfiltered longing. Sung by the soulful Hesham Abdul Wahab, who also composed the melody, and penned by the masterful Krishna Kanth (lyrics available in English translation), the song is a potent cocktail of yearning, memory, and the intoxicating haze of rekindled love.
Imagine Nani and Mrunal Thakur, the film’s lead pair, gracing the music video with their smoldering chemistry. Each “Idhe Idhe” verse unfolds like a rediscovered memory, a whispered echo of a love once lost. “Like the swinging wave, did you flatter me with that dangling hair?” croons Abdul Wahab, his voice resonating with the tremor of a reawakened heart. The lyrics, translated from Telugu, are a tapestry of vivid metaphors, each image evoking a bittersweet pang of familiarity. “Isn’t this a dream? To join the heart again,” he pleads, his words echoing the desperate hope of a second chance.
Composer Abdul Wahab crafts a soundscape that mirrors the song’s emotional turbulence. The melody shimmers with delicate strings, punctuated by the melancholic thump of dhol drums, creating a sense of both yearning and anticipation. Director Shouryuv seamlessly integrates “Idhe Idhe” into the film’s narrative, showcasing the protagonists’ poignant reunion after years of separation.
HI NANNA MOVIE | IDHE IDHE SONG LYRICS ENGLISH MEANING
Ala Egase Alala Pade Kurulatho Padesinava
Like the swinging wave, did you flatter me with that dangling hair?
Ave Chilipi Kanula, Adhe Merupu Marala
Are those the same naughty eyes? See the same thunder again.
Idhi Kala Kadha Thirigila Eduta Padaga
Isn’t this a dream? To join the heart again.
Nadichina Nadha Kadhaladhe Sile Ayyena Pranam
Has the river walked down? My life has become a rock and not moving.
Idhe Idhe, Idhe Tholisarila
This is like the first time.
Padhe Padhe Edhe Kudhipenuga, Swasaga Swasaga
It’s shaking my heart, like a breath.
Chaye Isuka Merupa,
Is the skin tone, the sand’s color?
Cheere Cheekatela Aakashamega
The sari looks like a dark sky during the night.
Ninne Pogide Pudaka
Your nose-piercing is appreciating you
Botte Nimire Nuduru Jarigina Kadhe
Your sectarian mark is caressing your forehead. Memories…
Guruthule Thirigi Nadiche Kammenu Kadhe
Have walked back, and shook me
Pegaladhe Mate Ento Ee Mounam
This silence isn’t letting me speak
Idhe Idhe, Idhe Tholisarila
This is like the first time.
Padhe Padhe Edhe Kudhipenuga, Swasaga Swasaga
It’s shaking my heart, like a breath.
Whether you’re a Tollywood enthusiast or simply a sucker for a song that speaks the language of the heart, “Idhe Idhe” is a must-listen. So, close your eyes, let the melody wash over you, and surrender to the heady rush of rediscovered love.
IDHE IDHE MUSIC VIDEO
For non-Telugu speakers, the English translation unlocks the hidden depths of the lyrics, allowing you to fully appreciate the poetic imagery and raw emotion woven into every verse. “Idhe Idhe” is a testament to the universal language of love, proving that music can speak volumes even when words fall short. So, don’t be afraid to dive into the depths of this melodic masterpiece and let its poignant beauty resonate within you long after the last note fades.
More Songs from Hi Nanna
Raathaarakaye [from "Hi Nanna"] — Bhadra Rajin, Vineeth Sreenivasan Ithale Nee Snehatheeyil (Malayalam) — Najim Arshad Ammaadi — Kaala Bhairava, Shakthisree Gopalan Amizhdhe Nee (Tamil) — Karthik Adigaa (Emaina Thappantha Nadele) — Karthik| Title | Idhe Idhe |
| Movie | Hi Nanna |
| Singer(s) | Hesham Abdul Wahab |
| Lyrics Writer(s) | Krishna Kanth |
| Music Composer(s) | Hesham Abdul Wahab |
| Actor(s) | Mrunal Thakur, Nani |