Vaali (poet) facts for kids
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Padma Shri
Vaali
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| Born | T. S. Rangarajan 29 October 1931 Srirangam, Tiruchirapalli district, Madras Presidency, British India |
| Died | 18 July 2013 (aged 81) Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
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| Period | 1958–2013 |
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Ramani Thilagam
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| Children | 1 |
Tiruchirapalli Srinivasan Rangarajan, known as Vaali, was a famous Indian poet. He was born on October 29, 1931, and passed away on July 18, 2013. Vaali holds a special record for writing the most songs in Tamil movies.
He worked in the Tamil film industry for over 50 years. During this time, he wrote more than 15,000 songs! Vaali was also an actor. He appeared in several films, including Sathya and Hey Ram. In 2007, the Government of India honored him with the Padma Shri. This is one of India's highest awards for civilians.
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Vaali's Early Life and Career
Vaali was born as T. S. Rangarajan on October 29, 1931. His parents were Srinivasan Iyengar and Ponnammal Iyengar. His family came from Thirupparaithurai in the Tiruchirappalli district.
He went to school in Srirangam at the Higher Secondary School for Boys. After finishing school, he moved to Madras (now Chennai) in 1950. He hoped to find work in the Tamil film industry.
In the 1960s and 1970s, Vaali became a very successful lyricist. He wrote many songs for popular actor M. G. Ramachandran. He also wrote songs for Sivaji Ganesan. Vaali wrote songs for M. G. Ramachandran in 64 films. He wrote for Sivaji Ganesan in 80 films.
Books Written by Vaali
Besides writing songs, Vaali also wrote many books. He shared his life story in his autobiography, Naanum Indha Nootrandum. This book means "Me and This Century."
Some of his other famous books include:
- Avathara Purushan
- Pandavar Bhoomi
- Ramanuja Kaviyam
- Krishna Vijayam
- Thamizh Kadavul
- Kalaignar Kaviyam
- Krishna Bhakthan
- Vaaliba vaali
One of his songs, "Amma Endru Azhaikatha Uyir Illaiye," is very special. It is carved into a stone at a temple in Trichy.
Awards and Honors
Vaali received many awards for his amazing work.
Civilian Awards
- Padma Shri in 2007: This is a high honor from the Indian government.
Tamil Nadu State Film Awards
Vaali won the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Lyricist five times!
- 1970 – Engal Thangam
- 1979 – Ivargal Vidhyasamanavargal
- 1989 – Varusham Padhinaaru and Apoorva Sagodharargal
- 1990 – Keladi Kanmani
- 2008 – Dasavathaaram
Vaali's Film Work
Vaali was a busy artist in the film industry. He worked as a lyricist, an actor, and a writer for movies and TV shows.
As a Lyricist
Vaali wrote songs for hundreds of Tamil films. Here are some of the movies he wrote songs for:
- 1965 – Aayirathil Oruvan
- 1966 – Anbe Vaa
- 1968 – Oli Vilakku
- 1970 – Engal Thangam
- 1978 – Sigappu Rojakkal
- 1982 – Sakalakala Vallavan
- 1983 – Thoongadhey Thambi Thoongadhey
- 1986 – Mouna Ragam
- 1988 – Sathya
- 1989 – Apoorva Sagodharargal
- 1991 – Chinna Thambi
- 1992 – Thevar Magan
- 1994 – Kadhalan
- 1995 – Aasai
- 1996 – Indian
- 2000 – Hey Ram
- 2001 – Minnale
- 2002 – Baba
- 2003 – Boys
- 2005 – Chandramukhi
- 2006 – Sillunu Oru Kaadhal
- 2007 – Sivaji
- 2008 – Dasavathaaram
- 2009 – Naan Kadavul
- 2011 – Mankatha
- 2013 – Ethir Neechal
- 2014 – Kochadaiyaan (released after his death)
As an Actor
Vaali also showed his talent as an actor in these films:
- 1983 – Poikkal Kudhirai
- 1988 – Sathya
- 2000 – Hey Ram
- 2001 – Paarthale Paravasam
- 2002 – Kadhal Virus
He also acted in a TV show called Kaialavu Manasu.
As a Writer
Vaali wrote stories, screenplays, and dialogues for several films:
- 1974 – Kaliyuga Kannan
- 1979 – Kadavul Amaitha Medai (Screenplay, Dialogues)
- 1987 – Ore Oru Gramathile
- 1988 – En Thamizh En Makkal
He also wrote for television shows like Vikaramadhithan and Amudha Oru Aacharyakuri.
Vaali's Final Years
Vaali passed away on July 18, 2013, in Chennai. He was 82 years old and had been ill with a respiratory problem. His legacy of thousands of songs continues to be loved by many.
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Vaali, the famous poet and lyricist.
See also
In Spanish: Vaali (letrista) para niños
