K.J. Yesudas performs ‘Olikkunnuvo’ from Vineeth and Rambha’s film Chambakulam Thachan. Bichu Thirumala’s lyrics and Raveendran’s composition frame a gentle romantic exchange through nature imagery.
Released: May 9, 2022
Olikkunnuvo
K.J. Yesudas • From “Chambakulam Thachan”
Chambakulam Thachan’s Olikkunnuvo Malayalam Lyrics English Meaning
Yesudas sings about measuring the beloved without tools, then asks forgiveness for presumptuous actions. Thirumala compares the partner’s influence to a boat navigating emotional backwaters.
Olikkunnuvo MizhikkumpililAre you hiding in the cup of your eyes?
Orayiram KalithumpikalA thousand playful dragonflies are there.
Chiricheppu Chorum IlamuthilonneLike a young pearl spilling from a jewelry box of smiles,
Koruthullu ThumpilYou’re strung along the very edge.
Maappu Nee Tharu Tharu TharuPlease forgive me, forgive me, forgive me.
Olikkunnuvo MizhikkumpililAre you hiding in the cup of your eyes?
Orayiram KalithumpikalA thousand playful dragonflies are there.
Paayippaatte OttivallamaayorenLike a lone boat in a rhythmic rowing song,
Mohakkaayal Motham Valla Maanu NeeYou’ve completely taken over the backwaters of my desire.
Paayippaatte OttivallamaayorenLike a single vessel in a traditional boat-song,
Mohakkaayal Motham Valla Maanu NeeYou’ve totally conquered the lagoon of my dreams.
Muzhakkolum Polum Koodathenne Ninne NjanI’ve even measured you without using a measuring rod.
Alannittu Penne Ennodenthaanee BhaavamSince I’ve measured you, girl, why’re you acting like this with me?
Minungunnoren NunungolameOh, you’re like a tiny, shimmering ripple.
Olikkunnuvo MizhikkumpililAre you hiding in the cup of your eyes?
Orayiram KalithumpikalA thousand playful dragonflies are there.
Paalachottil KaathuninnathenthinoWhy were you waiting in the shade of the ‘Paala’ tree?
Neelappoove Nee Kutanja ManjumaayLike a blue flower with the dew you’ve shaken off.
Paalachottil KaathuninnathenthinoFor what reason did you wait under the ‘Paala’ tree?
Neelappoove Nee Kutanja ManjumaayLike a blue blossom drenched in the dew you shed.
Niranja Nin Maunam Paadum Paattin Thaalam NjanI’m the rhythm of the song that your deep silence sings.
Orikkal Nin Kopam PoottumOne day, I’ll lock your anger away,
Naadam Meettum NjanAnd then I’ll play its melody.
Manakkoottile ManippaingkiliYou’re the sweet little parrot in my heart’s cage.
Olikkunnuvo MizhikkumpililAre you hiding in the cup of your eyes?
Orayiram KalithumpikalA thousand playful dragonflies are there.
Chiricheppu Chorum IlamuthilonneLike a young pearl spilling from a jewelry box of smiles,
Koruthullu ThumpilYou’re strung along the very edge.
Maappu Nee Tharu Tharu TharuPlease forgive me, forgive me, forgive me.
Olikkunnuvo MizhikkumpililAre you hiding in the cup of your eyes?
Orayiram KalithumpikalA thousand playful dragonflies are there.
Olikkunnuvo Music Video
The Olikkunnuvo lyrics in English translation reveal how playful secrecy builds romantic tension. Thirumala’s nature metaphors structure this dialogue about desire and reconciliation.