T. M. Soundararajan and P. Susheela bring life to ‘Malarnthum Malaratha,’ a timeless Tamil classic. The wordsmith Kannadasan pens lyrics that blend beauty and tradition, while M.S. Viswanathan creates a melody that feels like a gentle breeze. This song is a standout from the iconic album ‘Pasamalar.’
Released: July 29, 2025
Malarnthum Malaratha
P. Susheela | T. M. Soundararajan • From “Pasamalar”
What is the meaning of Malarnthum Malaratha Lyrics from Pasamalar?
Kannadasan uses natural imagery to craft a heartfelt tribute. He describes love as ‘a flower that’s blossoming, yet stays half-bloomed and shy,’ mixing tenderness with poetic charm. The lyrics also mention the Podhigai hills and Madurai, tying the story to Tamil heritage.
Malarndhu MalaradhaLike a flower that’s blossoming,
Padhi Malar PoleYet stays half-bloomed and shy.
Valarum Vizhi VannameYou’re the beautiful vision that grows before me.
Vandhu VidindhumLike a morning that has arrived,
Vidiyatha Kalai PozhuthagaBut lingers in the twilight before dawn.
Vilaindha Kalai AnnameYou’re the artistic swan that has flourished.
Nadhiyil VilaiyadiPlaying in the river,
Kodiyil Thalai SeeviAnd combing your hair in the creeping vines.
Nadantha Ilam ThendraleYou’re the young breeze that walked on by.
Valar PodhigaiRising from the Podhigai hills,
Malai Thondri MaduraiAppearing to see the city of Madurai,
Nagar Kandu PozhindhaAnd pouring forth its blessings.
Thamizh MandrameYou’re the very essence of the Tamil court.
Malarndhu MalaradhaLike a flower that’s blossoming,
Padhi Malar PoleYet stays half-bloomed and shy.
Valarum Vizhi VannameYou’re the beautiful vision that grows before me.
Vandhu VidindhumLike a morning that has arrived,
Vidiyatha Kalai PozhuthagaBut lingers in the twilight before dawn.
Vilaindha Kalai AnnameYou’re the artistic swan that has flourished.
Nadhiyil VilaiyadiPlaying in the river,
Kodiyil Thalai SeeviAnd combing your hair in the creeping vines.
Nadantha Ilam ThendraleYou’re the young breeze that walked on by.
Valar PodhigaiRising from the Podhigai hills,
Malai Thondri MaduraiAppearing to see the city of Madurai,
Nagar Kandu PozhindhaAnd pouring forth its blessings.
Thamizh MandrameYou’re the very essence of the Tamil court.
Yanai Padai KonduWith a brigade of elephants,
Senai Pala VendruAnd conquering many armies.
Aala PirandhayadaYou were born to rule,
Puvi Ala PirandhayadaYou were born to rule the earth.
Athai Magalai ManamkonduMarrying your aunt’s daughter,
Ilamai Vazhi KanduAnd finding the path of youth.
Vazha PirandhayadaYou were born to live a full life.
Vazha PirandhayadaYou were born to live a full life.
Athai Magalai ManamkonduMarrying your aunt’s daughter,
Ilamai Vazhi Kandu 2And finding the path of youth.
Vazha PirandhayadaYou were born to live a full life.
Thanga KadiyaramA gold watch,
Vaira ManiyaramAnd a diamond necklace.
Thandhu Manam PesuvarThey’ll give these to ask for your hand.
Porul ThandhuOffering great wealth,
Manam PesuvarThey’ll propose a marriage.
Maman Thangai MagalanaSince you’re the uncle’s sister’s daughter,
Mangai UnakagaFor you, young woman.
Ulagai Vilai Pesuvar 2They’ll negotiate the price of the world.
Maman Thangai MagalanaSince you’re the uncle’s sister’s daughter,
Mangai Unakaga 2For you, young woman.
Ulagai Vilai PesuvarThey’ll negotiate the price of the world.
Nadhiyil VilaiyadiPlaying in the river,
Kodiyil Thalai SeeviAnd combing your hair in the creeping vines.
Nadantha Ilam ThendraleYou’re the young breeze that walked on by.
Valar PodhigaiRising from the Podhigai hills,
Malai Thondri MaduraiAppearing to see the city of Madurai,
Nagar Kandu PozhindhaAnd pouring forth its blessings.
Thamizh MandrameYou’re the very essence of the Tamil court.
Siragil Enai MoodiCovering me under your wing,
Arumai Magal PoleLike a precious daughter.
Valartha Kadhai SollavaShall I tell the story of how you raised me?
Kanavil NinaiyathaWe never even thought of it in our dreams,
Kalam Idai VandhuBut time came between us.
Piritha Kadhai Sollava 2Shall I tell the story of how it separated us?
Kannil Mani PoleLike the pupil in the eye,
Maniyin Nizhal PoleAnd the shadow of that pupil.
Kalandhu PirandhomadaWe were born intertwined together.
Indha Mannum Kadal VanumEven if this earth, sea, and sky,
Maraindhu MudinthalumShould fade away and end.
Maraka MudiyathadaIt can’t be forgotten,
Uravai Pirika MudiyathadaOur bond can’t be severed.
Anbe ArirararoMy dear, hush-a-bye.
Aarirararo ArirarariroHush-a-bye, sleep now.
Anbe Arirarariro 2My dear, hush-a-bye.
Malarnthum Malaratha Music Video
‘Malarnthum Malaratha’ lyrics offer a celebration of love and tradition. The song, featuring T. M. Soundararajan and P. Susheela, is a Tamil masterpiece that remains unforgettable.