Vaali (poet)

Vaali (born T. S. Rangarajan; 29 October 1931 – 18 July 2013) was an Indian poet and lyricist whose works were in Tamil, had a five-decade long association with the Tamil film industry, wrote over 15,000 songs.[1][2] He acted in a number of films, including Sathya, Hey Ram, Paarthale Paravasam and Poikkal Kudhirai. He was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian honour.[3]

This article is about the poet and lyricist. For the film, see Vaali

Padma Shri

Vaali
BornT. S. Rangarajan
(1931-10-29)29 October 1931
Srirangam, Triuchirapalli District, Madras Presidency, British India
Died18 July 2013(2013-07-18) (aged 81)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
OccupationArtist, Poet, Lyricist, Writer, Actor
Period1931–2013
Spouse
Ramani Thilagam
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(m. 1964; died 2009)​
Children1 (Son)
ParentsFather : Srinivasan Iyengar
Mother : Ponnammal

Biography

Vaali was born as T. S. Rangarajan on 29 October 1931 to Srinivasan Iyengar and Poonammal Iyengar. His native place is Thirupparaithurai, Tiruchirappalli district. He went to Madras in the 1950 seeking an opportunity in Tamil film industry.[4] In the 1960s and 1970s, he received patronage from actor M. G. Ramachandran and became a successful lyricist, in competition with poet Kannadasan, which he had chronicled in his autobiography Naanum Indha Nootrandum. Vaali has also authored other books such as Avathara Purushan, Pandavar Bhoomi, Ramanuja Kaviyam, Krishna Vijayam, Thamizh Kadavul, Kalaignar Kaviyam, Krishna Bhakthan and Vaaliba vaali. His song "Amma Endru Azhaikatha Uyir Illaiye" is carved in the stone in a temple in Trichy.[5] He wrote songs for M. G. Ramachandran in 63 films and also for Sivaji Ganesan in 70 films.He has written more than 15000 songs in Tamil films.[6]

He died on 18 July 2013 in Chennai following respiratory illness, at the age of 82.[7] He is survived by his only son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren. His wife predeceased him in 2009.

Awards
Civilian honours
Tamil Nadu State Film Awards

Vaali is a five-time winner of the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Lyricist[8]

Books
  • Amma-1976
  • Avathara Purushan-1995
  • Naanum Indha Nootrandum
  • Pandavar Bhoomi
  • Ramanuja Kaviyam
  • Krishna Vijayam
  • Thamizh Kadavul
  • Kalaignar Kaviyam
  • Krishna Bhakthan
  • Vaaliba vaali
  • Poikkal kuthiraikal
  • Nija Govintham
  • Azagiya Singers
  • Pennin Perundhakka Yavula
  • Bhagavad Geethai

Filmography

2010s

2000s

1990s

1980s

1950s–1970s

As Actor
Films
Television
  • Kaialavu Manasu

As Director

As Writer

Television
  • 1997 Kaialavau Manasu
  • 2003 Vikaramadhithan
  • 2003 Imsai Arasigal
  • 2008 Thangamana Purushan
  • 2012 Amudha Oru Aacharyakuri

References
  1. B. Kolappan (18 July 2013). "Lyricist Vaali leaves a void". The Hindu. Retrieved 20 July 2013.
  2. "Tamil Cinema news | Tamil Movies | Cinema seithigal". Maalaimalar. Retrieved 25 September 2016.
  3. "Padma Awards" (PDF). Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2015. Retrieved 21 July 2015.
  4. "Tamil Cinema news | Tamil Movies | Cinema seithigal". Maalaimalar. Retrieved 25 September 2016.
  5. "Elevan Padma awards announced for Tamil Nadu". The Hindu. 28 January 2007. Retrieved 14 June 2012.
  6. "Vaali, an Astute Lyricist Who Excelled in Adversity". The Wire.
  7. "Ode to late lyricist Vaali who transcended generations". newindianexpress.com. Retrieved 25 September 2016.
  8. Anandan, 'Film News' (2004). Sadhanaigal Padaitha Thamizh Thiraipada Varalaru (Tamil Film History and Its Achievements). Sivagami Publications. p. 738.
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