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“Sangathil Padatha” is a romantic Tamil melody from the movie Auto Raja (1982), directed by K. Vijayan. The song features music composed by legendary maestro Ilaiyaraaja, with lyrics penned by Pulamaipithan. It is beautifully rendered by Ilaiyaraaja himself alongside the iconic S. Janaki. The film stars Vijayakanth, Jaishankar, and Gayathri in lead roles. The song’s theme revolves around a lover’s awe-struck admiration of his beloved’s beauty, comparing her to timeless Sangam poetry—marveling at every feature from her hands and feet to her eyes and lips, as if she were a living verse carved from ancient Tamil literature

“Sangathil Padatha” captures the profound emotion of wonder and reverence in love, as a man praises his beloved during their intimate encounter. The song is steeped in romantic devotion, with the lover comparing his partner’s beauty to unsung verses from the classical Sangam literary tradition. Each lyric celebrates her physical grace—hands like crimson flowers, feet like scarlet leaves—evoking timeless elegance and purity. The melody, composed by Ilaiyaraaja, carries a tender, lyrical quality that emphasizes longing, gratitude, and the feeling of being blessed to witness such beauty. The emotional emphasis is on admiration, intimacy, and the sacredness of their union.