Prathikaramo Lyrics English Meaning | Salaar : Part 1 – Ceasefire | Chorus
Ravi Basrur creates an intense and rhythmic beat for ‘Prathikaramo’, while Rajeev Govindan pens lyrics that blend violence and virtue. The song opens with a call to vengeance, setting the stage for a tale of transformation and power. It’s a bold track from the album Salaar : Part 1 – Ceasefire, where every line carries weight.
Rajeev Govindan writes about the rise of a king who turns into a legend through violence and justice. A key line, ‘Danced like a blazing torch,’ shows how rage fuels the protagonist’s transformation. The lyricist mixes themes of war and peace, urging listeners to ‘mask the dread of war with a grin.’
Prathikaaramo RaakshasareIs it vengeance, you monsters?
Himsakalunar UnareWake up, let the violence stir.
Ada Padalam Podi TheetaanTo grind them all to dust.
RaajaavanayeThe King’s arrived.
Shathru Varum Katha TheerumThe foe arrives, their tale ends.
Pukazhaayi JanaraajanThe people’s King turns into legend.
Himsa Mukham ManamaadiA violent face has changed the soul.
Punjiri MaaycheWiping away the smiles.
Aa Neechane Konnu PoraadiFought and slew that vile wretch.
Pantham Pol TheeyaadiDanced like a blazing torch.
Krodha Thee Thot ThaaraattiLulled by the fire of rage.
Thaane Van RakshasasnaamHe’s become the great ‘Rakshasa’.
Chaaverin DhairamundenkilIf you’ve got a martyr’s courage.
Balameri Balameri MinnumGrowing stronger, shining with might.
Jayam UdalloVictory’s within reach.
Nee Orkkanam Chadula VillaaliYou’ve got to remember the swift archer.
Ini Maappeki Mannil VaazhooNow live on this land with mercy.
Kopam Mathi Sneham Paadi VaEnough with the rage, come singing of love.
Yudhabeethu Chiri Choodi MoodiMask the dread of war with a grin.
Porilla NovilledaThere’s no battle, there’s no pain.
Neroppamedaa Nilayeri VaaIt’s the scales of truth, come rise.
Aa Shila Neele Nin PeredaYour name’s etched upon that stone.
Nee Thettarivaayi ChollezhuthiyaalIf you write words in error,
Aa Ghana Mazhayil Vari MaanjedaaThose lines’ll fade in the heavy rain.
The translation of ‘Prathikaramo’ lyrics highlights the balance between vengeance and virtue. This Telugu song from Salaar : Part 1 – Ceasefire leaves a lasting impression with its powerful storytelling.