Arun Gopan and Sachin Raj bring life to ‘Nadu Vazhuka’ from the movie Kayamkulam Kochunni. Shobin Kannangatt writes the lyrics, while Gopi Sundar creates the melody. The song is a celebration of the legendary hero Kochunni and the land he protects.
Nadu Vazhuka
Arun Gopan | Sachin Raj • From “Kayamkulam Kochunni”
Kayamkulam Kochunni’s Nadu Vazhuka Malayalam Lyrics English Translation
Shobin Kannangatt crafts verses that honor nature and the warrior spirit. Lines like ‘Long live the land, long live the city’ echo a deep connection to the earth. The poet mixes imagery of forests, fields, and water to show Kochunni’s enduring legacy.
Naadu Vaazhuka Nagaram VaazhukaLong live the land, long live the city.
Veedu Vaazhuka Virutham VaazhukaLong live the home, long live the verse.
Kaadu Vaazhuka Kandam VaazhukaLong live the forest, long live the field.
Kaayamkulathe Kochunni VaazhukaLong live Kochunni of Kayamkulam.
Illam Nirayuka Vellam NirayukaMay the home be filled, may the waters be full.
Mannu Vaazhuka Maravum VaazhukaLong live the soil, long live the tree.
Vellam Vaazhuka Vaayuvum VaazhukaLong live the water, long live the air.
Kaayamkulathe Kochunni VaazhukaLet Kochunni of Kayamkulam prosper.
Naadu Vaazhuka Nagaram VaazhukaProsper the land, prosper the city.
Veedu Vaazhuka Virutham VaazhukaProsper the home, prosper the verse.
Kaadu Vaazhuka Kandam VaazhukaProsper the forest, prosper the field.
Kaayamkulathe Kochunni VaazhukaLong live the hero Kochunni of Kayamkulam.
Illam Nirayuka Vellam NirayukaMay the homestead overflow, may the waters be deep.
Mannu Vaazhuka Maravum VaazhukaLong live the earth, long live the timber.
Vellam Vaazhuka Vaayuvum VaazhukaLong live the current, long live the breeze.
Kaayamkulathe Kochunni VaazhukaMay Kochunni of Kayamkulam thrive.
Kallu Vaazhuka Pullum VaazhukaLong live the stone, long live the grass.
Poovu Vaazhuka Manavum VaazhukaLong live the flower, long live the scent.
Paattu Vaazhuka Eenam VaazhukaLong live the song, long live the tune.
Kaayamkulathe Kochunni VaazhukaLong live Kochunni of Kayamkulam.
Arangu Vaazhuka Panthal VaazhukaLong live the stage, long live the pavilion.
Naadorungaan PoliyukaMay the land thrive as it’s getting ready.
Kaayamkulathe Kochunni VaazhukaLong live Kochunni of Kayamkulam.
Naadu Vaazhuka Nagaram VaazhukaLong live the land, long live the city.
Vaangi Vajraankiyil VeeshiHe’s parried and swung in the ‘vajraankiyil’ diamond stance.
Kannadakki Kadakam VettiEyes shut, he’s delivered a ‘kadakam’ bracelet-like strike.
Nila Maari KuthichuyarnnuHe’s shifted his stance and leaped high.
Othiram VettiHe’s struck with the diagonal ‘othiram’ move.
Sangalpam Kondu Chakradhaaram VeeshiWith pure intent, he’s swung the ‘chakradhaaram’ circular blade.
Paaliyeduthu Arivaalu VettiHe’s grabbed the shield and slashed with the sickle.
Pongithaanu PattiHe’s rising and falling in the ‘patti’ leopard pose.
Valinju Keri Mat NokkikkuthiHe’s lunged forward and struck the target.
Valamadi PookkettuvilangiStepping right, he’s blocked with the ‘pookkettu’ floral technique.
Edavadimaarin Kuzhiyil KuthiHe’s struck into the opponent’s hollow ‘pit’ vital point.
Edathu Maari Thadam KettiHe’s shifted left and blocked the path.
Edathukeri Vidoorasnaayi MarmmathilExpertly stepping left, he’s pierced the ‘marmam’ vital point.
PukkumanakkolilWith the ‘pukkumanakkol’ expert technique.
Chernnu Thirinju NeettiHe’s closed in, spun, and lunged.
Nadu Vazhuka Music Video
The lyrics of ‘Nadu Vazhuka’ celebrate Kochunni’s heroism and the beauty of the land. From the album Kayamkulam Kochunni, the song is a heartfelt tribute to both nature and history.