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Vairamuthu is a scholar par excellence. The man who made every Tamilian all around the globe proud with his literary works celebrated his birthday on Thursday. The noted poet, lyricist and script writer, has considerable accomplishments that has earned him a distinct place in the larger arena of Tamil language and literature. Hailing from a small village called Vadugapatti village in Theni District, he has come a long way in coming out with short stories, poems, novels and thousands of songs. Inspired by the works of eminent poets like Bharathi, Bharathidasan and Kannadasan, he developed a passion for Tamil. He made his film debut when he wrote lyrics for Bharathiraja's Nizhalgal. His compositions to date are nearing 4000. He received National award several times for the best lyricist besides accolades all around the globe. Some of his noted works include Innoru Desiya Geetham, Indha Pookkal Virppanaikkalla, Sigarangalai Nokki, Vairamuthuvin Thiraippada Paadalgal, Villodu Vaa Nilave, Thaneer Desam and many others.
Vairamuthu on the write lane
The hottest album in the industry is that of Mozhi. After a long time, we have a music cassette that is filled with complete melodies. This is something of a rarity. But it reinforces the belief of all those who have faith in good music. So hats off to music director Vidyasagar, director Radha Mohan and producer Prakash Raj. Also, deserving kudos is lyricist Vairamuthu. With the director and producer giving easy space to parade his prowess, Vairamuthu has dipped his pen in rich imagination and richer expressions. Mozhi's songs stand out for the brilliant poetry. Vairamuthu has versed about love, silence and many things that make our life richer. Vairamuthu has got the right latitude. He was first asked to give the lyrics and only then did Vidyasagar set them to memorable tunes. This seems to have been a win-win situation for all concerned. Good music and poetic lyrics give us an artistic experience.
Vairamuthu felicitated
A grand function was organized to felicitate lyricist Vairamuthu for being conferred the honorary doctorate by Tamilnadu Open University. The function was presided over by Vice Chancellor of the university M S Palanisamy. Senior advocate Nalini Chidambaram, actor Vivekh and Joint Commissioner of Police took part in the function. Speaking on the occasion, M S Palanisamy said,' There is need for many literary works in other languages to be translated in Tamil. Vairamuthu should be conferred with Nobel Prize for Literature'. 'I always to strive the messages of President Abdul Kalam and lyricist Vairamuthu in all my movies', said Vivekh. 'He is a symbol of confidence to Tamil brethren', he added. Speaking on the occasion, Vairamuthu, said, 'Poem and literature make a man. It instills confidence and helps him face challenges in life. Such recognition emboldens me to write more'. 'I am still a learner and I hope to contribute more to the language', he added.
Vairamuthu becomes Arasavai Kavingar
'Kaviperarasu' Vairamuthu will soon become Arasavai Kavingar (Court Poet) of Tamil Nadu Assembly. The post, created by the former Chief Minister MGR, was first occupied by Pulavar Pulamaipithan and then it was offered to Muthulingam. Since then no one has been appointed as Arasavai Kavingar till the date. Now Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi, the CM, is said to have decided to have the renowned lyricist cum poet Vairamuthu in the prestigious seat. Vairamuthu, who has written outstanding lyrics for hundreds of films, has also penned number of poems. Apart from the poetry, he has also mastered the art of prose writing. He has written excellent novels like Kallikkaattu Ithihasam. Vairamuthu has received the President's award for the Best Lyricist for his lyrics in movies for five times. He is the only lyricist in India to have received the award so many times. He has also received the prestigious Sahitya Academy Award for his outstanding novel 'Kallikkaattu Ithihasam'. He was also conferred with the honor of Padma Shri in 2003. The honor of being the Arasavai Kavingar of Tamil Nadu Assembly will add a new jewel to his glittering crown. The official announcement is expected to be made soon.
Vairamuthu's birthday celebrated as 'Poet's Day'
Tomorrow, July 13, is poet and lyricist Vairamuthu's birthday and has been celebrated as 'Poet's Day' for quite some years by the Vetriththamizhar Peravai. On this occasion, a deserving Tamil poet is honored every year. For this year it is poet Sirpi Balasubramaniam and he'll be awarded a cash prize of Rs. 20,000/- Vairamuthu, an ardent admirer of Tamilnadu Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi would visit him and seek his blessings. After that the numero uno amongst Tamil lyricists would travel to the Marina beach and garland the statues of all poets there. Later in the evening, Vairamuthu would take part in a meeting organized by the Vetriththamizhar Peravai in Trustpuram.
Vairamuthu on lyrics in Manirathinam's project
Be it in literature, lyrics, poems, or politics, the contributions of Vairamuthu are breathtaking. Vairamuthu is presently busy with giant-films such as 'Robot', 'Sultan-The Warrior', 'Marma Yogi' and many more. The trio of Rahman-Manirathinam-Vairamuthu has constantly given many musical masterpieces as in 'Roja', 'Alaipayuthe' and 'Kannathil Muthamittal'. For the forthcoming Manirathinam's next tri-version film (Hindi, Tamil, Telugu), Vairamuthu would handle the lyrics in Tamil whereas Gulzar has been roped in for the Hindi version. When Vairamuthu was asked if the Tamil lyrics of the songs have shaped up better than the Hindi version, he said, "Lyricist Gulzar is more eminent than me; but Tamil is a more mellifluous language than Hindi and hence the Tamil songs might have been more glamorous." says the five-time National Award winner in the category of best lyrics. Modesty sure presents talent the right way.