Salangai Satham Kekkuthadi

1991
Lyrics
Language: English

Salangai satham ketkudhadi
Sarala kallu saalaiyilae
Kulungum vandi paadudhadi
Kuthaalathu paadhaiyilae

Malaiyoram adivaaram
Mayiloda parivaram
Kathiraadum sathi podum
Puvi yaalum kummaalam
Sariyaana neramadi idhu sariyaana neramadi
Salangai satham ketkudhadi
Sarala kallu saalaiyilae


Language: Tamil

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Movie/Album name: Pudhu Nellu Pudhu Naathu

Movie Summary Pudhu Nellu Pudhu Naathu is a 1991 Tamil film directed by Bharathiraja, set in a rural backdrop, dealing with themes of village life, agrarian struggles, and interpersonal relationships rooted in the Tamil countryside.

Song Credits - Song: Salangai Satham Kekkuthadi - Movie: Pudhu Nellu Pudhu Naathu - Year: 1991 - Singer: K. S. Chithra - Music Director: Ilaiyaraaja - Lyricist: Gangai Amaran - Label: Not reliably available

Musical Style The song is a classical-leaning folk melody, blending Bharathiraja's signature rural Tamil folk idiom with Ilaiyaraaja's orchestration and Carnatic sensibility. The anklet (salangai) sounds are woven into the rhythm, giving it a dance-numeral quality typical of Bharatanatyam-related songs in Tamil cinema. The composition uses a lively gait suited to dance, with a female solo voice carrying the melody.

Raga Details - The song is predominantly based on Raga Vasanta (Vasanthi), known for its devotional and auspicious mood. - Some phrases also suggest shades of Raga Sivaranjani, common in Ilaiyaraaja's folk-classical fusion. - Tala: Likely Adi tala (8-beat cycle), adapted to a dance-friendly rhythm.

Key Artists Involved - Composer: Ilaiyaraaja - Singer: K. S. Chithra - Lyricist: Gangai Amaran - Director: Bharathiraja

Scene Context The song is picturised on a female character in a rural setting, centered on dance — the lyrics reference the sound of anklets (salangai), suggesting a performance or celebratory context. In typical Bharathiraja style, the number is earthy and visually rooted in village culture, with the heroine dancing, possibly in a festive or temple-related setting.

Awards & Recognition No documented awards specifically for this song.


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