வாலியின் திரையிசைப் பாடல்களில் பன்முகச் சிந்தனைகள்

Multifaceted Thoughts in the Film Lyrics of Vaali

Abstract

From the Sangam era to the present modern age, poetry has held a unique value and place. Historical records reveal that this stage of development adapted itself to the times. Poets and scholars have endeavored to bring about social change by instilling various ideas among the people through literature. Emerging and developing in Tamil Nadu at the beginning of the twentieth century, films have been functioning as a medium for the emotional exchange of information among the public, as a source of entertainment, and as a document recording culture. India is one of the countries with a globally developed film industry. Tamil Nadu has made a significant contribution to the soaring fame of the Indian film industry. The success of Tamil films which serve as a vehicle for carrying elements of Tamil culture and heritage to nations across the globe is due to the fact that many creators and artists have sacrificed their lives for them. Poet Vaali stands foremost among the poets who gifted the world of Tamil cinema with monumental, timeless creations throughout their lives. He has carved a unique niche for himself in the world of Tamil literature through his works. Although he presented literary works to the Tamil people in various forms such as poetry, epics, essays, and prose he remains firmly etched in the hearts of Tamils worldwide to this day through his film songs. This research paper aims to examine the life events of the illustrious poet Vaali and trace his journey to the pinnacle of fame.