Kattupuli Lyrics English Translation: Bhishmar | Dhyan Sreenivasan | Vishnu Unnikrishnan

Dhyan Sreenivasan and Vishnu Unnikrishnan lead the track ‘Kattupuli’ from the album ‘Bhishmar’. Santhosh Varma writes lyrics that mix metaphors of tigers and sheep, while Ranjin Raj creates a melody that builds tension. The song dives into themes of identity and deception in a chaotic world.

Kattupuli Lyrics English Translation: Bhishmar | Dhyan Sreenivasan | Vishnu Unnikrishnan
Released: March 2, 2026

Kattupuli

Dhyan Sreenivasan | Vishnu Unnikrishnan • From “Bhishmar”

Lyricist
Santhosh Varma
Composer
Rajin Raj

What is the meaning of Kattupuli Lyrics from Bhishmar?

The songwriter asks, ‘Which one’s the sheep, which is the tiger, who are you, and who am I?’ The line reflects confusion in an era of grand illusions and masks. The lyrics suggest that even our reflections might not show the truth, leaving listeners in a muddled state of thought.

Kaattu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti VarunnundeA wild tiger’s coming, disguised in a sheep’s clothing
Aaadu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti Koode NadappundeA tiger’s walking right beside us, dressed up like a sheep
Aadethu Puliyrthu Neeyaaru NjaanaaruWhich one’s the sheep, which is the tiger, who are you, and who am I?
Aaraanu Nerullavan Ennu AarkkumariyillaNobody knows who the honest one is anymore,
Athaanu Nammade Kalikaalamand that’s the nature of our current ‘era of chaos’,
Aamaarattakaalaaman age of ‘grand illusions’ and masks,
Namukku Namme Polum Ariya Vayya Kkalama time where we can’t even recognize our own true selves.
Kaattu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti VarunnundeThe jungle tiger’s arriving, draped in a sheep’s disguise
Aaadu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti Koode NadappundeA beast in sheep’s clothing is prowling along with us.
Kannadi Nokkumbol Thannathaan KaanumbolWhile looking in the mirror and seeing your reflection,
Thaan Polum Neraanois even that version of you the truth?
Chinthaa KuzhappamIt’s such a confusing thought.
Chikku Chikka Chikku ChikkaChikku chikka, chikku chikka
Kannadi Nokkumbol Thannathaan KaanumbolWhen you stare at yourself through the looking glass,
Thaan Polum Neraanocould your own identity be a lie?
Chinthaa KuzhappamWhat a muddled state of mind.
Ottere Chinthichaal Kaaderi ChinthichalIf you overthink it or wander too deep into those thoughts,
Evideyum Ethaarillannu Churukkamthe bottom line is, you won’t end up anywhere at all.
Kaattu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti VarunnundeA wild tiger’s coming, disguised in a sheep’s clothing
Aaadu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti Koode NadappundeA tiger’s walking right beside us, dressed up like a sheep
Kaattu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti VarunnundeThe jungle tiger’s arriving, draped in a sheep’s disguise
Aaadu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti Koode NadappundeA beast in sheep’s clothing is prowling along with us.
Vazhiyoram PidikoodanWaiting by the roadside to trap you,
Culumaalu Pulivaaluthere’s a ‘messy situation’ and a ‘tiger by the tail’,
Aararo Eriyunnunderu Padakkamas someone’s throwing a loud firecracker somewhere.
Chikku Chikka Chikku ChikkaChikku chikka, chikku chikka
Vazhiyoram PidikoodanWaiting in the shadows to catch you unawares,
Culumaalu Pulivaalucaught in a ‘chaotic mess’ and a ‘tricky predicament’,
Aararo Eriyunnunderu Padakkamwhile someone’s setting off sparks in the distance.
Munnottu Munnottu Illilla PinnottuMove forward, move forward, there’s no turning back now,
Unnam Kaanaathiniyilla Madakkamthere’s no returning until the target’s finally in sight.
Kaattu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti VarunnundeA wild tiger’s coming, disguised in a sheep’s clothing
Aaadu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti Koode NadappundeA tiger’s walking right beside us, dressed up like a sheep
Kaattu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti VarunnundeThe jungle tiger’s arriving, draped in a sheep’s disguise
Aaadu Puli Aadu Vesham Ketti Koode NadappundeA beast in sheep’s clothing is prowling along with us.

Kattupuli Music Video

The meaning of ‘Kattupuli’ is about the struggle to find truth in a deceptive world. The Malayalam lyrics explore how identities blur and chaos reigns in modern life.