Movie Summary Naam Iruvar is a 1947 Tamil social drama that tells the story of two brothers who take different paths in life: one becomes a dedicated freedom fighter and social reformer, while the other becomes self-serving and corrupt. The film emphasizes patriotism, unity, and the need for moral integrity in the struggle for Indian independence.

Song Credits - Film: Naam Iruvar (1947) - Song: Viduthalai Viduthalai Viduthalai - Lyricist: Papanasam Sivan - Music Director: R. Sudarsanam - Singers: T. R. Mahalingam (as playback for the lead character) and chorus - Label: Not documented

Musical Style A patriotic choral song with a march-like rhythm, blending Tamil folk melodic contours with Indian light classical structure. The refrain is repeated in a call-and-response pattern, typical of freedom movement songs.

Raga Details - Raga: Kalyani (also known as Yaman in Hindustani) - Tala: Adi (8 beats) - The raga’s bright, expansive phrases are used to convey hope and determination. The song opens with a rising arohanam-based motif that evokes a call to action.

Key Artists Involved - Director: A. V. Meiyappan - Producer: AVM Productions - Cast: T. R. Mahalingam, B. S. Saroja, T. R. Ramachandran, Sundari Bai - Lyricist: Papanasam Sivan - Composer: R. Sudarsanam

Scene Context The song appears in the film’s climactic sequence at a public gathering where the protagonist leads a mass pledge for freedom from British rule. The chorus joins in, waving flags and marching, reinforcing the film’s nationalist message released just months before Indian independence.