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Written as Tamil entered the new millennium, this book is Vaali’s diary of the 20th century. It is a social commentary on how technology and westernization changed Tamil Nadu.

To the average Tamil cinema fan, Kavignar Vaali (1931–2013) is the undisputed king of film lyrics. However, to the literary world, he was a profound poet, a sharp satirist, a master of mythology, and an author whose books sold in the millions. While his songs played on the radio, his books sat on the shelves of every Tamil household, showcasing a range that spanned from erotic Sangam style poetry to hard-hitting political commentary.

Vaali’s bibliography is vast (over 150 books), but they generally fall into three categories: Mythological retellings, Social satires, and Personal poetry. kavignar vaali books


This is a massive anthology of his love poems. Vaali believed that eyes speak louder than lips, and this book captures that silent conversation.

Title: Thanimai Iruppadhodi (Loneliness Accompanies Me) Written as Tamil entered the new millennium, this

This is arguably Vaali’s most famous literary work. It is not just an autobiography but a collection of essays about his life, his struggles, and his journey in the film industry.

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Vaali’s published books fall into four distinct categories: Original poetry collections, philosophical and spiritual works, biographical adaptations, and cinematic lyric compilations. This is a massive anthology of his love poems

| Category | Primary Focus | Notable Titles | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Original Poetry | Romance, human emotion, social commentary | Nizhalgal, Idhayam Pesugirathu, Kavithai Malar | | Philosophical | Mythology, divinity, life’s purpose | Kannan Vadham, Rama Kathai, Thirukkural Venpa | | Autobiographical | Personal history, cinematic anecdotes | Naanum Indha Nootrandum | | Cinematic Lyrics | Song lyrics from Tamil films | Vaali Padalgal (multiple volumes) |