Saroja Devi passes away: 10 iconic Tamil songs to recollect the late legendary actor

When the information in regards to the demise of veteran actor B Saroja Devi broke out earlier right now, I discovered a fellow passenger on the Metro prepare buzzing the tune of “Unnai Ondru Ketpen” from the actor’s 1964 movie Puthiya Paravai. Speak to your mom about Saroja Devi, and he or she would sing “Chittu Kuruvi,” from the identical movie, reminiscing in regards to the occasions when the ‘Abhinaya Saraswathi’ dominated the silverscreen.

A veteran who has starred in over 200 movies in Kannada, Tamil and Telugu, Saroja Devi is greatest remembered for that includes in some iconic songs throughout the Golden Age of Tamil cinema.

Here are 10 iconic Tamil songs to recollect the ‘Kannadathu Paingili’ who dominated the hearts of movie audiences. Interestingly, late acclaimed singer P. Susheela was the voice behind Saroja Devi in all of those in style songs, whereas M.S. Viswanathan, independently or as a part of the favored duo Viswanathan–Ramamoorthy, composed the music. You may be shocked to seek out many entries from movies starring M.G. Ramachandran; the Tamil celebrity had starred in over 20 movies with Saroja Devi.

“Naan Pesa Ninaippathellam” from Palum Pazhamum (1961)

A duet monitor with the late legendary Sivaji Ganesan, “Naan Pesa Ninaippathellam” is undoubtedly probably the most well-known romantic songs of the ‘60s. The lovely romance monitor options Sivaji and Saroja Devi dancing on a hilltop. Do be careful for Saroja’s expressions when she sings, “Paalodu pazham yaavum unakaga vendum, paavai un mugam paarthu pasiyaara vendum.”

“Unnai Ondru Ketpen” from Puthiya Paravai (1964)

An evergreen Susheela rendition, this needed to be on the record. “Unnai Ondru Ketpen” shouldn’t be solely remembered for its elegant tune but in addition for its picturisation. The track options Saroja Devi, in a beautiful purple saree, singing in a ballroom, whereas Sivaji performs the piano. Lyricist Kannadan seizes the day when he goes, “Kaadhal paatu paada, kaalam innum illai; thaalaatu paada thaai aagavillai.”

“Thottal Poo Malarum” from Padagotti (1964)

A staple late-night melody, “Thottal Poo Malarum” is adored by audiences for its breezy, laid-back composition. We doubt if there’s a report of a Tamil mom from the ‘60s altering a tv channel taking part in this iconic track, which options MGR and Saroja Devi as a pair from the fishing group, dancing and clapping in sync with the beats. The track was remixed by A.R. Rahman for the film New a long time later.

“Chittu Kuruvi” from Puthiya Paravai (1964)

Another track that’s so near the hearts of the feminine audiences who grew up within the ‘60s and ‘70s. The percussion within the background, Viswanathan-Ramamoorthy’s ever-refreshing music, Susheela’s mesmerising voice, and the unbeatable ‘Abhinaya Saraswathi’ at her greatest. Life is nice when “Chittu Kuruvi” is taking part in.

“Love Birds” from Anbe Vaa (1966)

A terrific companion piece to “Chittu Kuruvi,” this was the track you play while you really feel the butterflies in your abdomen. Saroja Devi, in a contemporary apparel, captured the hearts of one million followers, particularly followers of MG Ramachandran, who keep in mind this comedy movie dearly. Both “Love Birds” and the movie, Anbe Vaa, are extremely really helpful.

“Naan Paarththathile” from Anbe Vaa (1966)

A portion of this romantic monitor, from the identical movie, was not too long ago viral on Instagram for the lyrics: “Endha kalaignanum avalai silai vadipaan, endha pulavanum avalai paatil vaipaan. Andha iyarkaiyum aval mel kaadhal kollum, aval ninaivaalae en kaalam sellum.” We agree, Mr. Vaali; who might resist singing in regards to the lovely Saroja Devi?

“Kodi Asaindhathum” from Parthal Pasi Theerum (1962)

Did the flower bloom after the moonrise? Or did the moon arrive after the flower bloomed? Sivaji Ganesan and Saroja Devi promenade alongside a misty terrain, questioning about the identical. One of essentially the most well-known tracks from Parthal Pasi Theerum, this track deserves a particular place in our record.

“Aalaya Mainiyin Osayai” from Palum Pazhamum (1961)

A Saroja Devi retrospective with out this track would do it no justice. An evergreen lullaby, “Aalaya Mainiyin,” from Paalum Pazhamum, options innumerable close-ups of the ever-radiant Saroja in a light-coloured saree, successful one million hearts along with her expressions.

“Thanimayile Inimai” from Aadi Perukku (1962)

This is for the loners who’re feeling the Monday blues. Gemini Ganesan and Saroja Devi have interaction in a musical back-and-forth beneath the complete moon, pondering if one might search pleasure from solitude. “Naam kaanum ulagil yedhum thanimai illai,” says lyricist KD Santhanam.

“Andru Vanthathum Idhe Nila” from Periya Idathu Penn (1963)

Many would suggest the same old, chirpy model of this track, however we suggest you take a look at the unhappy model, which options Saroja and MGR sharing an intimate, weak second. “Inbam thandhadhum orae nilaa, yenga vaippadhum orae nilaa,” goes a lyric and it’s arduous to not think about her as that enchanting moon. Rest in peace, Saroja Devi.

Special mentions:

“Sange Muzhangu” from Kalangarai Vilakkam (1965)

“Oru Pennai Paarthu” from Deiva Thai (1964)

“Kumari Pennin” from Enga Veettu Pillai (1965)