Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Romantic Scenes from Tamil Movies - Virtuous & Decent

I am a Scorpio. Someone born between October 23rd and November 21st. They say we are emotional and passionate. I am, I guess. Scorpios are claimed to be passionate in romance and compassionate in friendship. That, I am unsure of. But, today's post is about romanticism. Scorpio or not, I am a super romantic at heart and a sweet sentimental in soul. 
What comes next is a list of Tamil movie scenes and songs that I hold close to heart due to the clean, virtuous and decent romance in them. 
Love - is always pure. Everything else, comes next. 
Read on. Hope you will enjoy them, as much as I do. 
This entire post is dedicated to that sweet someone named Mog♥n.....
Good Day!!! 
1. Alaipayuthey - My All Time Favourite movie. My Numero Uno. One of my very favourite scenes from this movie. Love is like the sun coming out of the clouds and warming your soul. Waiting is agonizing, but knowing that the wait will end blithely, is rewarding. The scene that I would rate 11/10. Ya. You read it right. 11/10.
2. Alaipayuthey – Again. Another scene that I truly love, from this iconic movie. 00:45 to 00:18. Scores an absolute, perfect 10.
3. Katrathu Thamizh @ Tamil M.A - The one that stands second in my all time favourite movies. I remember crying so much during this particular scene of this awesome movie. Kahlil Gibran said, “Love has no desire but to fulfill itself.  To melt and be like a running brook that sings its melody to the night.  To wake at dawn with a winged heart and give thanks for another day of loving.” Love is about loving – wholeheartedly. It is never about taking but always about giving. 01:04 sets of a stunning dialogue from Jeeva, and, Maestro Illayaraja weaves in his magic at 01:20. An excellent song from recent times.  
4. Katrathu Thamizh @ Tamil M.A – Yet again. Another one, from a movie I hold close to heart. A movie that I recommend people to watch. Love makes saying goodbye so hard. Just like this scene. 00:30 to 02:40 is marveling. So touching.
5. Kandukonden Kandukonden - Never apologize for showing feeling.  When you do so, you apologize for the truth. ~Benjamin Disraeli~ So agree. Beauty is not in the face but a light in the heart. Love looks at the heart. Love grows from the heart.
6. Kaaka Kaaka – The movie which took Indian audience by storm. Such a direct, honest and open dialogue exchanged between two hearts in love. Wow !!
7. Jillendru Oru Kaathal - Such a romantic scene. Semma romantic,  we would call it in Tamil. The soul that can speak through the eyes can also kiss with a gaze. ~Gustavo Adolfo Becquer~ That is exactly what the hero does to the heroine. Kiss through a gaze. Sweet, huh ? Love is always about those small things that put a huge smile on your face. Must watch. Must listen (with full attention).
8. Subramaniapuram – Another movie that I believed, was awesomely directed by the multi talented Sasikumar and Samuthrakani duo. The robbed that smiles, steals something from the thief.  ~William Shakespeare, Othello~ Shakespeare could have not said it better when it comes to the matters of the heart. He robs her of her heart. And, yet, she smiles. She, too, steals, from him, the thief. His heart. How sweet.
9. Kanda Naal Muthal - The best way to get something done is to begin. Silence is sweet, no doubt. But courage is better.  (p/s : look who’s talking???)
10. Pasanga – One great Tamil movie that you should not miss. I like this scene for touching on human compassion. This is romantic in its own way. Love is not just about holding hands and gazing into each other’s eyes. It is also, about being there when they need you, most. Love, is, after all, strength and encouragement.
11. Siva Manasula Sakthi - Pain reaches the heart with electrical speed, but truth moves to the heart as slowly as a glacier. Love takes times. Realization never, fast.
12. Jodha Akbar (Tamil) – I watched the Hindi version and fell hard for the movie. Their eyes speak their heart. And, when God connects two hearts, nothing can and will ever go wrong. I do not want to dwell further. Watch for yourself. ManMohana ??? Aaahhhhhaaaaaaaaa ;-) (that's a wink, for sure..)
13. Bheema – This was chosen for its beautifully romantic video illustration. Totally unpretentious. Sweetly sentimental.
14. Ayan – Simply cute. Trying to knock sense into someone who already knows your heart is a hard thing.
15. Deepavali – Still virtuous and clean – actually. She is just tempting him, in a very cute way. And, he plays with it pretty well. Well set chemistry.

Naadham En Jeevane from Kathal Oviyam

Song for today:

Reason for choosing this song:
Situation song. The emotional lyrics. The soulful rendition. 
கண்களில் மௌனமோ கோவில் தீபமே.....
ராகங்கள் பாடி வா பன்னீர் மேகமே.....
மார் மீது பூவாகி விழவா.....
விழியாகி விடவா.....
The last person who:
1. Slept beside you: My sister. Last Saturday afternoon. We dozed off, on the floor, in front of the TV. 
2. Saw you cry: A person who is no more. My father. Or rather, the photo of him, that sits right beside my bed. 
3. Made you cry: Not a person. A Tamil movie - titled Rowthiram. Last night. I hate sad endings. Especially since the hero and the heroine shared a super romantic moment, minutes before the movie ended sorrowfully. 
4. Went to the movies with you: My sister. Yet, again. 
5. You went to dinner with: A guy named Mogan. A super sweet one. 
6. You talked on the phone: My mum. 
7. Said 'I love you to you and really meant it': My 7 year old nephew. For buying a toy that he had been wanting for so long. 
8. Bought you something: Mum. An avacado. The tasteless but healthy fruit. 
9. Made you laugh: Vadivelu, the comedian, on Aditya Channel. 
10. You thought about more than 3 times a day: My Father. 
11. You kissed? Again, my 7 year old nephew. It had been a while since I saw him, so kissing him, came naturally. 
12. You borrowed something from? My sister. Her Guess bag. 
13. You text messaged on your phone? My best friend. Text messaged a birthday wish. 
Tell Me:
14. Be serious or be funny? Funny. I enjoy being with people who make me laugh.
15. Simple or complicated? Simple. No frills and flounce. Simplicity is such a pleasant thing.
16. Sunrise or sunset? Both - so romantic. Especially - if watched in Kanyakumari.
17. M&M's or Skittles? Hersheys. And, Cadbury's.
18. Sun or rain? Rain. It brings me back to many sweet occasions. Sun, when I am out and about.
19. Do you make your bed daily? Of course.
20. What jewelry do you wear? All platinum - a pair of earrings and a chain with a clover pendant.
21. Bought something you didn't need: A dress that I have yet to wear. It has been more than 6 months now.
22. Sang in front of people: Ya. In front of mum - all the time.
23. Missed someone: My father - again. And, lots.
24. The phone rings; who do you want it to be? Read my posts. You will be able to figure out..... 5 dots, for 5 alphabets that start with M and end with N. Enough said.
25. In a social setting, are you more of a talker or a listener? An in between

Sunday, August 28, 2011

Muthunagaye from Saamundi

முத்துநகையே முழுநிலவே 
குத்துவிளக்கே கொடிமலரே
கண்ணிரண்டும் மயங்கிட கன்னிமயில் உறங்கிட
நாந்தான் பாட்டெடுப்பேன் ,
உன்னைத் தாய் போல் பாத்திருப்பேன்
Ages since I last heard this one. Somehow, today, it breezed in. S Janaki-Ma and SP Bala-Ji have given it all, in delivering this euphonious number. 
Most songs from the 80's had that magical touch. Probably, due to Illayaraja-Ji's stroke and tap. He, is, indeed, India's musical genius. 
It has been raining since morning over here. A holiday - for the upcoming Eid Ul Fitri. It would be nice to laze on the bed, taking pleasure in watching the raindrops and listening to something dreamy like Rowthiram's Maalai Mangum Neram. 
Have a great day - everyone. 

Saturday, August 27, 2011

Ayayo Nenju Alaiyuthadi from Aadukalam (Re-Post)

I am back to square one. To the song which was my once-upon-a-time but recent anthem. From the movie, I believe is, the decade's. Aadukalam. Thanks to him, I have been transported back to the time when this was the song I heard 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 30 days a month. It was my mobile's caller ring tone as well as the song that replaced my normal dial tone. I was boldly and brazenly obsessed with this beautiful number. With the recent turn of events - quantum leaps - I would say, I am back to being crazy about it.....
His deep, husky, still-in-bed, "Good Morning" is how Saturday dawned on me.....
Friday evening's daze and dazzle has yet to ease off. A-visible-only-to-me smiley seems etched on my left palm. The one he took hold of, out of the blue. The gesture which was beautifully assuring and comforting.....
00:06 to 00:15 of this YouTube video is faultlessly Friday..... The state of being in great happiness is amazing..... 
Mogan - For putting me on seventh heaven. This song is again, all, for you. The words in bold - say all. Thanks for - everything. 
ஐயய்யோ நெஞ்சு அலையுதடி
ஆகாயம் இப்போ வளையுதடி

என் வீட்டில் மின்னல் ஒளியுதடி
எம் மேல நிலா பொழியுதடி

உன்னப்பாத்த அந்த நிமிஷம்

றைஞ்சுப்போச்சே நகரவே இல்ல
திண்ணச்சோறும் செறிக்கவே இல்ல
கொழம்புறேன் நானே
உன் வாசம் அடிக்கிறக் காத்து எங்கூட நடக்கிறதே
என் சேவ கூவுற சத்தம் உம் பேரக் கேட்கிறதே

ஓ.. ஐயய்யோ நெஞ்சு அலையுதடி
ஆகாயம் இப்போ வளையுதடி
என் வீட்டில் மின்னல் ஒளியுதடி
எம் மேல நிலா பொழியுதடி

உன்னத் தொடும் அணல் காத்து

கடக்கையிலப் பூங்காத்து
கொழம்பித் தவிக்குதடி எம் மனசு..
ஓ திருவிழா கடைகளைப்போல 
தெனருறேன் நான் தானே
எதிரில் நீ வரும்போது
மிரலுறேன் ஏன் தானோ

கண் சிமிட்டும் தீயே என்னை எரிச்சிப்புட்ட நீயே
ஹோ ஐயய்யோ நெஞ்சு அலையுதடி
ஆகாயம் இப்போ வளையுதடி
என் வீட்டில் மின்னல் ஒளியுதடி
ஹோ எம்மேல நிலா பொழியுதடி

மழைச்சாரல் விழும் வேள
மண் வாசம் மன வீச
ஒம்மூச்சைத் தொடவே நான் மிதந்தேன்
ஹோ.. கோடியில அடிக்கிற மழையா
நீ என்னை நனைச்சாயே

ஈரத்துல அணைக்கிற சுகத்தை
பார்வையிலக் கொடுத்தாயே...... (100%)

பாதைக்கத்தி என்னை 
ஒருப்பார்வையாலக்கொன்ன
ஊரோட வாழுறப்போதும்
யாரோடும் சேரல நான்
ஓ... ஐயய்யோ நெஞ்சு அலையுதடி
ஆகாயம் இப்போ வளையுதடி
என் வீட்டில் மின்னல் ஒளியுதடி
எம் மேல நிலா பொழியுதடி
உன்னப்பாத்த அந்த நிமிஷம்
உறைஞ்சுப்போச்சே நகரவே இல்ல
திண்ணச்சோறும் செறிக்கவே இல்ல
கொழம்புறேன் நானே

உன் வாசம் அடிக்கிறக்காத்து எங்கூட நடக்கிறதே
என் சேவ கூவுற சத்தம் உம்பேரக் கேட்கிறதே
ஹோ ஐயய்யோ நெஞ்சு அலையுதடி
ஆகாயம் இப்போ வளையுதடி
என் வீட்டில் மின்னல் ஒளியுதடி
எம்மேல நிலா பொழியுதடி

Maalai Mangum Neram from Rowthiram (Video Clip)

உன் கைகள் என்னை தொட்டு போடும் கோலம்
வாழ்வின் எல்லை தேடும் தேடும்.....
தாலாட்டை கண்ணில் சொன்ன ஆணும் நீ தான்
காலம் நேரம் தாண்டி வாழ்வோம்......
26th August 2011. The day that put me in a state of amazement.
Rain. We have been somehow, constantly linked to it. Today, yet again. We walked in the drizzle. The moments we shared were immensely beautiful. Flawlessly winning. Words to describe them - would be bereft and insufficient. 
He is blessed with many of Appa's traits and mannerisms. The nurturing, the concerns, the work diligence,  the flippancy, the simplicity and forthrightness. The list goes on. 
I am crazily hooked on this song. More so ever, since watching the video clip on Sun Music. This post is being written with this song in replay, plugged to my ears. 
This is what I wanted to tell him, this evening, while we were together.....
Mog♥n,
~ You remind me of Appa. Lots. I like that.
~ I am extremely proud of you, for being hardworking, dedicated and very involved in your work. 
~ For being brave enough to hold my hand. Thanks, one million times. 
Again - this song, is for you. Only you. Always, you.

Monday, August 22, 2011

En Idhayam Ithuvarai from Singam


This post, is all, for my father – my inspiration, my life - despite being up there in heaven.
Exactly a month, ago. But the memories are as fresh as the morning’s first dew. 
22nd July 2011 – was heavenly. I wish you were around. You would have been the first person I would have blurted all to… The one, I would have run to, and shared, every single detail, with… He bowled me over with his simplicity. Ya, pa. He seems very simple. I like that. Very much. No frills. No flair. Just him, being himself. All, unpretentious. Totally connected. The moments were with him, and yet, the memories were of you. He coaxes me into eating – lots. Just like you. He convinces me into tasting his share. He unwittingly, teaches me that sharing is actually beautiful. Again - so, like you…..
I am plain, speechless…
p/s – Wish you were around, to meet him. I have no doubt – you would have liked and adored him, just as much as I…
I miss you, Pa. Lots. You are always in prayers. Forever in my thoughts….. Keep me, in yours, too. 

என் இதயம் இதுவரை துடித்ததில்லை

இப்போ துடிக்கிறதே

என் மனசு இதுவரை பறந்ததில்லை
இப்போ பறக்கிறதே
இது எதனால் எதனால் தெரியவில்லை
அதனால் பிடிக்கிறதே
இது சுகமா வலியா புரியவில்லை
கொஞ்சம் சுகமும் கொஞ்சம் வலியும்
சேர்ந்து துரத்துகிறதே.....
கூட்டத்திலே நின்றாலும்
உன்னையே தேடுது கண்கள்
ஒற்றையாய் போனாலும்
உன்னுடன் நடக்குது கால்கள்

அச்சமே இல்லாத பேச்சிலே
மயங்குது நெஞ்சம்

மிச்சமே இல்லாமல் உன்னிடம்
வந்தேன் தஞ்சம்
தாவணி மோதியே சாயுதே தேரடி
ரெண்டடி நாலடி நூறடி
இழுத்தாய்.....
உன்னிடம் எப்போதும் உரிமையாய்
பழகிட வேண்டும்
பழகிட வேண்டும்
வைரமே ஆனாலும்
தினம் தினம் தொலைத்திட தூண்டும்
இதுவரை என்நெஞ்சில்
இல்லவே இல்லை பயங்கள்
இரண்டு நாள் பார்த்தேனே
மிரட்டுதே உந்தன் குணங்கள்
இத்தனை நாட்களாய்
படுத்ததும் உறங்கினேன்
இரண்டு நாள் கனவிலே
உன்னைக் கண்டு விழித்தேன்.....
என் இதயம் இதுவரை துடித்ததில்லை
இப்போ துடிக்கிறதே
என் மனசு இதுவரை பறந்ததில்லை
இப்போ பறக்கிறதே.....

Sunday, August 21, 2011

Malarum Vaan Nilavum from Mahakavi Kalidas (1966)

Love at first listen. This song - was to me. And, not to mention, the apt lyrics. 
This 1966 release is on Mahakavi Kalidas, the renowned classical Sanskrit writer. Too young to appreciate a vintage like this ? Age is a mere number. Old songs, a wonder. I have to thank Appa for instilling this passion for beautiful, yesteryear songs. That, all come, with equally mind blowing lyrics.
The pinings of love - so flawlessly and meticulously written. And, sung. This is what, we call an evergreen. Years will never be able to lull songs like these.

மலரும் வான் நிலவும் சிந்தும்
அழகெல்லாம் உன் எழில் வண்ணமே
குழலும் யாழிசையும்
கொஞ்சும் ஒலியெல்லாம் உன் குரல் வண்ணமே

கனவில் தோன்றி சிரித்து சிரித்து நான்
காணும் இடமெங்கும் இருக்கின்றாய்
கனவில் தோன்றி சிரித்து சிரித்து நான்
காணும் இடமெங்கும் இருக்கின்றாய்
கனியில் ரசமாய் இனித்து இனித்து என்
கையில் கிடைக்காமல் மறைகின்றாய்
கனியில் ரசமாய் இனித்து இனித்து என்
கையில் கிடைக்காமல் மறைகின்றாய்
கையில் கிடைக்காமல் மறைகின்றாய்

மலரும் வான் நிலவும் சிந்தும்
அழகெல்லாம் உன் எழில் வண்ணமே
குழலும் யாழிசையும்
கொஞ்சும் ஒலியெல்லாம் உன் குரல் வண்ணமே

மனதில் கவிதை வரைந்து வரைந்து என்னை
மயங்கச் செய்வதும் கேளிக்கையோ?
மனதில் கவிதை வரைந்து வரைந்து என்னை
மயங்கச் செய்வதும் கேளிக்கையோ?
தனிமைத் துயரில் தவிக்கத் தவிக்க - என்
தலைவா உனக்கிது வேடிக்கையோ?
தலைவா உனக்கிது வேடிக்கையோ?

மலரும் வான் நிலவும் சிந்தும்
அழகெல்லாம் உன் எழில் வண்ணமே
குழலும் யாழிசையும்
கொஞ்சும் ஒலியெல்லாம் உன் குரல் வண்ணமே.....


Uppu Kallu from Karupusamy Kuthagaikaarar

The heart has reasons that reason does not understand  ~Jacques Benigne Bossuel~
It does, doesn't it.? The heart, and its elaborate sentiments. Clueless - most of us are - when it comes to the matters of the heart. Right? Right? 
A beautiful, windy and cloudy Saturday morning over here. Looks like rain is about to visit any moment. Breezing into my room, is the smell of fresh soil. Nature is awesomely beautiful. 
I miss my father. I miss him all the time. A little bit more, today. I got up, about 7am - with him uppermost, in mind. My father. My Appa. The most compassionate person I have ever known. The one who taught me to always love, but never hate. The one who nurtured me to value a person by their heart. 
I, so, wish, he was still around. Around, to meet Mogan. The one who reminded me so much of him, while we were out - recently....
This beautiful number is solely dedicated to the memory of my beloved father and of course, Mogan.....
Cheers....!!! Happy, Happy Saturday... !!!!
உப்பு கல்லு தண்ணீருக்கு ஏக்கப் பட்டது - என் கண்ணு ரெண்டும் கண்ணீருக்கு வாக்கப்பட்டது...    (அப்பாவின் நினைவில்.....)
ஒத்தை சொல்லு புத்திக்குள்ள மாட்டிக்கிட்டது - நீ தப்பி செல்ல கூடாதுன்னு கேட்டு கிட்டது....   (என்னுடைய "அவரின்" ஞாபகங்கள்... காரைக்குடியின் நினைவுகள் என்னை தாக்க...)
இது கனவா... இல்லை நெஜமா... தற்செயலா... தந்தை செயலா...
நானும் இங்கு நானும் இல்லையே...  (புரியவில்லை...)
ஏதும் இல்லை வண்ணம் என்று நானும் வாடினேன் - நீ ஏழு வண்ண வானவில்லாய் என்னை மாற்றினாய்.....(மாற்றினாய்....நானும் மாற்றினேன்..)
தந்தையும் இல்லை என்று உள்ளம் நேற்று ஏங்கினேன் - நீ தேடி வந்து நெய்த அன்பால் நெஞ்சை தாக்கினாய்..... (உங்கள் அன்பாலே என்னை தாக்கினாய்)
கத்தியின்றி ரத்தமின்றி காயம்பட்டவள், உன் கண்கள் செய்த வைத்தியத்தால் நன்மை அடைகிறேன்..... (அந்த அன்பு நிறைந்த கண்கள்....)
மிச்சம் இன்றி மீதம் இன்றி சேதப்பட்டவள், உன் நிழல் கொடுத்த தைரியத்தால் உண்மை அறிகிறேன்..... (ஆம், உண்மை அறிகிறேன் - ஆனாலும் சொல்லாமல் தவிக்கிறேன்)
மீசை வைத்த தந்தை போல உன்னைக் காண்கிறேன் - நீ பேசுகின்ற வார்த்தை எல்லாம் வேதம் ஆகுதே ....(வேதம் ஆகுது, நினைவில் நிற்கிறது..)
பாழடைந்த வீடு போல அன்று தோன்றினேன் - உன் பார்வை பட்ட காரணத்தால் கோலம் மாறுதே ... (மாறினேன்....மாற்றுகிறேன்...)
கட்டில் உண்டு மெத்தை உண்டு ஆன போதிலும் உன் பாசம் கண்டு தூங்கவில்லை எனது விழிகளே... (நிஜமாகவே உங்கள் பாசம் கண்டு தூங்கவில்லை எனது விழிகள்... நீங்கள் வந்த பிறகுதான் எந்தன் விழிகள் தூங்கும்....)
தென்றல் உண்டு திங்கள் உண்டு ஆன போதிலும் கண் நாளும் இங்கு தீண்டவில்லை உனது நினைவிலே... (உங்கள் நினைவுகள்... என்னைவிட்டு என்றும் நீங்காது....)

Saturday, August 20, 2011

Pooparike Neeyum Pogathey from Something Something Unnakum Ennakum

Friendship isn't a big thing - it's a million little things.... Done together.
A close girlfriend and me, spent the evening - going for early dinner and window shopping. It turned out nice and jolly. And, I had a whale of a time. The most beautiful thing about the evening was that it was actually planned earlier, canceled and re-planned, at the last minute. Found that, so very, amusing. 
This sweetheart of a girlfriend, adores accessories and jeweleries, so much. So, we practically, went up and down all those trinket shops, in Little India, Penang. Tiring but nevertheless, fun. Real fun. 
Bumped into an expensive but fetchingly exotic pair of anklets from India. Never seen anything like that before. Rajasthani, most probably. They would go well with fitting, churidhar pants. At least, that is what, we girlfriends, agreed on. Crossing my fingers, and drawing a budget, to get them soon.
The evening was also an eye opener. A good thing. I have come know that she likes gorgeous, detailed and dangling earrings, so when I go to India next, getting her souvenirs, would be a  breeze. 
We left the island about 8pm and reached home near to 10pm. The Friday evening was spent perfectly. Nice and sweet - just like her. 
Off to bed.... 

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Kaatril Eeram from Veppam

Venerating Veppam
First – my ratings. 9.9/10. A near perfect hit. I am finally done (and, happy and contented) with the movie I had so much of anticipation for. Opinions differ, and this is, solely, mine. Read on, how Veppam brought me here.
From the very first time, I saw its trailer, I knew, deep inside, that, this would be my kind-of-a-movie. Charging and fueling me further with expectation and hopes, was the husky rendition of Mazhai Varum song by Suzanne.
When I read of its 29th July 2011 release in India, I was keeping my fingers crossed. That, it would do, too, simultaneously, here in Malaysia. Sadly, it didn’t.
And, in spite of all, I eventually, watched this awesome movie last night. A standing ovation from me. Defintely. Moderately original screenplay, natural acting, beautiful illustration, GVM’s narration and lots of startling twists and turns. This is one 2011 release which I would recommend fellow good Tamil movie supporters. The ones that weigh movies by storyline, acting abilities and immense direction. Like yours truly.
I am not going to spoil the surprise neither axe the amazement of what the movie delivers, but want to leave a few footnotes.
I truly liked :-
- Anjana Ali Khan’s slick, maiden directorial debut. Engaging cinematography .
- Muthukumar’s portrayal as Balaji, the bitter but caring elder brother.
- Also, want to mention that the handsome Nani as Karthi, gorgeous Nitya Menon as Revathy, naive and love stricken Karthik Kumar as Vishnu, attractive Bindu Madhavi as Viji and despicable Shimmor as Jothi, have all, aced their parts.
Veppam, is a yes, for me. One that I would love to watch once again.  One that I place among my recommended 2011 releases like Aadukalam, Yudham Sei, Thoonga Nagaram, Nadunisi Naaygal, Kulanari Kootam, Vaanam, Azhagarsamiyin Kuthirai, Aaranya Kandam and Nootrenbadhu(180).
What I am waiting for, next ? Cheran and Prasanna’s Muran. And, Vimal’s Vaagai Sooda Vaa.
p/s – This video was shot in PY. Pondicherry, my mum's hometown. Note the stolen moments at 01:30 to 01:50. Semma romantic. Semma chemistry. 

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Yaaro Sonango Ennannu from Kavadi Sindu

I am glad that it is Tuesday - already. Tomorrow, is a state holiday. And, what I will be watching tonight, is the movie, I have been looking forward to, for months now. Veppam. Was bowled over by its trailer. It was my-kind-of-movie at first sight. I have yet to watch, so I am still vague and unsure if it will turn out as expected. As good. Keeping my fingers crossed. 
Also, intending to watch the Vimal starrer titled Etthan on original DVD. Courtesy of my cousin. Vimal is a noteworthy actor, who has given several good movies. I like his acting. The natural, modest kind. And Vaagai Sooda Vaa, his next anticipated release, is supposedly, an attempt to authentically portray a government scheme from the 1960s. 
What else is planned for tomorrow ? God knows. Unplanned ones fall in place better, for me. I prefer surprises. And, at times, last minute invitations. They bring you that rush of fresh air, especially when it comes from someone you enjoy spending time with. Spontaneity is a beautiful thing - actually. 
Tuesday - move fast. I am looking forward to this evening.... 

Monday, August 15, 2011

Poojaikketha Poovithu from Neethana Andha Kuyil

A 1985 release. Not something I have watched. The song brings to mind, however. Ensnared by the sweet teasing of the male singer. And, equally pounced by the female one's naive replies. Read on. And, listen too. A good one from the 1980's that you must give a try.
அச்சு வெல்ல பேச்சுல ஆளத் தூக்குற .. (hahaha - பேச்சு நிஜாமவே ஆளத் தூக்கும்...)
கொஞ்ச நேரம் பாருன்னா கூலி கேக்குற.. (மீண்டும் hahaha - மறைந்து நின்று பார்க்கும் மர்மத்திற்கு கூலி தேவை இல்லை, right?)
பேசும் பேச்ச கேட்டு வேப்பங்குச்சி இனிக்குது... (வேப்பங்குச்சி இனிக்குத???? - வரெஹ் வாஹ்....)
வாய் பாத்த பொம்பளைக்கி போதாது புள்ள ..
கண் ஜாட போல ஒரு பாஷை இல்ல..(கண் ஜாட போல ஒரு பாஷை இல்ல... நிஜமா நிஜமா)
சுத்தி சுத்தி வந்து நீ சோப்பு போடுற ..
கொட்டி போன குடுமிக்கு சீப்பு போடுற.. (hahahahaha.... )
This song keeps my spirit high on a Manic Monday....

Sunday, August 14, 2011

Amuthai Pozhiyum Nilavea from Thangamalai Ragasiyam

என் இதயம் இப்போ பாடுகின்ற பாடல்..... இதே, இதே.....
அவருக்காகவே மட்டும்......

அமுதை பொழியும் நிலவே
நீ அருகில் வராததேனோ
அருகில் வராததேனோ?
அருகில் வராததேனோ?

இதயம் மேவிய காதலினாலே
ஏங்கிடும் அல்லியை பாராய்.... ஆஆ.....
இதயம் மேவிய காதலினாலே
ஏங்கிடும் அல்லியை பாராய்
புது மலர் வீணே வாடிவிடாமல்
புது மலர் வீணே வாடிவிடாமல்
புன்னகை வீசி ஆறுதல் கூற
அருகில் வராததேனோ?
அருகில் வராததேனோ?

அமுதை பொழியும் நிலவே
நீ அருகில் வராததேனோ
அருகில் வராததேனோ?

மனதில் ஆசையை ஊட்டிய பெண்ணே
மறந்தே ஓடிடலாமா???? ஆஆ.......
மனதில் ஆசையை ஊட்டிய பெண்ணே
மறந்தே ஓடிடலாமா?
இனிமை நினைவும் இளமை வளமும்
இனிமை நினைவும் இளமை வளமும்
கனவாய் கதையாய் முடியும் முன்னே
அருகில் வராததேனோ
அருகில் வராததேனோ

அமுதை பொழியும் நிலவே
நீ அருகில் வராததேனோ
அருகில் வராதாதேனோ?

Ullangal Ondragi Thullum from Punarjenmam

I woke up to a beautiful Saturday morning. One with lots of white cotton clouds, sea blue skies and baby's breath breeze. And, this song playing on the radio....
A silly smile - is plastered on my face. A Six Flags over Georgia Roller Coaster - is clinging to my heart. Skip it if it does not make any sense to you. It does to me - though. Lots of sense, and kinesthesia.
I am making corn custard pudding for tea. Bought the ingredients a few days back. Plan to have it done in the afternoon, so that it will be chilled and all nice, just in time for our evening cuppa.
Happy Saturday, everyone !!

Ullangal Onragi Thullum Podile by comeupdowngo

Saturday, August 13, 2011

Naan Yaar Yaar Endru from Pattanatthil Bhootham

A Kannadasan 1967 masterpiece. And, sung with emotions, by the legendary P. Suseela. 
Tamil songs are a wonder. Right from the first talkie in 1931 - Kalidas. Until the recent release of Anjana Ali Khan's Veppam.
I cannot remember watching this movie. Ever. I have, lots of old movies. Including, Kalidas. But Pattanatthil Bhootham does not ring a bell. I will, one of these days, if they show it on TV. But, the chances are scarce. The Tamil movie industry is vast. And, losing count of what we have watched and have not, is common. 
It is Friday - back again. I adore this day of the week, heaps. Lounging at home, for the next two days, will be heavenly. I have no plans, as at yet. Touch wood. My sister has this weird instinct of dragging me, everywhere she goes. 
We have lots of national holidays awaiting - at the end of the month. One state holiday, next week. And, come mid September, on the cards, is an island getaway with some girlfriends. 
Life is beautiful if you learn to be an optimist. If you learn to search for the silver linings instead of sulking over the dark clouds. Life is beautiful - if you make it so. 
If your mum is at home, and has cooked a dish, however simple, tell her you absolutely, loved it. Thank her. See her smile. It would be worth all the world. 
If you are living far away from her, give her a call. Tell her you miss her food. And, her presence. Listen to her voice, smile. 
If she is no more around, look up to the starry sky, and say a prayer. Her soul, shall, smile....
God bless !! May this Friday be a sweet one - for all of us. Cheers!!

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Minnalgal Koothadum from Polladhavan

I miss India. All the time. The country I have been to, countless times, and yet, cannot get enough off. The country where my soul ACTUALLY resides. I am physically here - in Malaysia. Soul wise, I am there. All the time. 
There are so many possibilities. Why - I am so crazy about this country. I could have been Gandhi-Ji's protege. Some patriotic, Indian warrior. Or, just someone who ate, drank and slept India. Out of the blue, this song comes to mind, and I want to post it for today. Like the video. And the ear-popping lyrics, of this song. Not to mention, the semma romantic moments this couple share. It has been done with lots of zest and charm. Love too, that it is spontaneous, candid and laid back....
என் பேர் கேட்டால் உன் பேர், சொன்னேன் பதட்டத்திலே.... 
காதலும் ஒருவகை போதைதானே
உள்ளுக்குள் வெறியேற்றும் பேய்போல
ஏனிந்தத்தொல்லை என்று தள்ளிப்போனால்
புன்னகை செய்துகொஞ்சும் தாய்போல
 Cheers, all !! Take care, and have a great week ahead !!!

Monday, August 8, 2011

Vellai Pura Ondru from Puthu Kavithai

I took a personality test at http://www.personalityquiz.net/horoscopes/horoscopes2.htm It says I am a cat. A cat ? A Felis Catus ? Really ? I am shocked. As in s-h-o-c-k-e-d. Yeah. Cats are a big no-no for me. But, I love dogs, though. So, to alike my character to a cat is unwanted... And, how do they explain the similarities between a cat and a scorpion ? They, are undoubtedly, worlds and poles apart. Right ? 
Was the reading at least 50% accurate ? Or near, close and precise to what I am in real ? Let me scrutinize.... 
Extremely lovable and adorable person ? Hahaha. You have to ask people around me. But, it is a good compliment, right ? 
Sometimes shy, with a passion for quick wit ? Hmmm. Agreed 95%. I am shy, and I adore people with quick wit. 
I prefer quietness ? Again - agree. I love serenity. I am a home person. It is here that I find total tranquility. 
I love exploring things - in depth ? Wow. Didn't realize that one, though. I love to travel - and it is a form of exploration, isn't it ? But, I rarely do stuff in depth, unless it is work related, and needs my keen eye. 
I am cool under normal circumstances and upon reasoned, a volcano waiting to erupt. Hahaha. This is like super funny. I am cool - on most occasions. Believe me. I am. But, calling me a volcano waiting to erupt is demeaning. I face anger with tears. That's about it.
A fashion bird ? And, a fellow fashion icon ? This is like the greatest joke ever. I keep myself updated reading fashion magazines. Period. I do not go to lengths of being a fashion bird or an icon. If I like something on the rack, and feel that it is within my buying power, I do. I am not brand conscious. Fashion is something that you need to be comfortable in. I prefer jeans and tee-shirts for casual occasions and cotton salwar kameezs for that extra special ones. 
Basically, I mingle along freely but do not like taking to strangers ? Most of us fall into that category. Right ? I love to talk. Ask my closest of family and friends. They will oblige you with my antiques. Amma says I am like the rain. The heavy one. But my verbosity is reserved for those who mean the world to me. Strangers, do not get much of my attention. 
People feel easy in my company ? Ask them. Not me. If they do, I am glad. Super glad. Knowing that someone out there is feeling all comfortable with my presence is flattering.
I take care when choosing friends. Agree. I take time to weigh relationships. A true Scorpio I guess... 
The song for today is one from Pudhukavidhai. Something that everyone can relate to. KJY and Janaki-Ma mesmerize. Happy Monday.
p/s : - Cooked Sunday's lunch. For my sister and me. Mum was out at her niece's place. This is what it was. 
If you are a cat: An extremely lovable, adorable person, sometimes shy, with a passion for quick wit.
At times, you prefer quietness. You love exploring various things and exploring everything in depth. Under normal circumstances you're cool, when given a reason to, you are like a volcano waiting to erupt. You're a fashion bird,  an icon associated with fashion. Basically, you mingle along freely but don't like talking much to strangers. People feel very easy in your company. You take care when choosing your friends.

Sunday, August 7, 2011

Oru Vetkam Varuthey Varuthey from Pasanga

Dawn just reached my shore a few minutes ago. The Saturday was well spent with family. Knowing that tomorrow is Sunday, and not Monday - is a consolation.
My room is filled with the Maalai Mangum Neram song from Rowthiram. I have become hooked on it. Totally hooked....
நான் கேட்டு ஆசைப்பட்ட பாடல் நூறு..
நீயும் நானும் சேர்ந்தே கேட்போம்..
தாலாட்டாய் கண்ணில் சொன்ன ஆணும் நீ தான்..
காலம் நேரம் தாண்டி வாழ்வோம்..
Heart stirring lyrics.....
தீண்டாமல் தீண்டி போகும் வாடை காற்றே..
தூக்கம் தீர்ந்து நாட்கள் ஆச்சு..
உன் வாசம் என் மேல் பட்டும் வாடி போனேன்..
வாசல் தூணாய் நானும் ஆனேன்!!
So, beautiful... So dreamy.... 
This is the song I am posting today. From one of my favorite Tamil movies. Something that played non stop on my player some time back.... just like what Maalai Mangum is doing right now..... Cheers !!