Muththa Mazhai
| "Muththa Mazhai" | |
|---|---|
 Offical cover | |
| Song by A.R.Rahman (composer) Dhee and Chinmayi Sripada (performer) | |
| from the album Thug Life | |
| Language | Tamil |
| Released | 24 May 2025 |
| Recorded | 2024 |
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack, classical, melody |
| Length | 4:01 |
| Label | Saregama |
| Composer(s) | A.R.Rahman |
| Lyricist(s) | Siva Ananth |
| Music video | |
| "Muththa Mazhai" on YouTube | |
"Muththa Mazhai" is a song from the 2025 Tamil film Thug Life starring Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan, Trisha Krishnan, Aishwarya Lekshmi and Abhirami directed by Mani Rathnam. The song was released as a part of the film's soundtrack album on 24 May 2025. The music was composed by A.R.Rahman and sung by Dhee and later a reprise version was created with Chinmayi Sripada.[1]
Music video
[edit]The song is set in a performing arts theatre. Indhrani (Trisha Krishnan) is singing the song in front of audiences alongside with dancers on the stage. The Muththa Mazhai song starts when Indhrani is performing the song in front of audiences. The title translates to "Pearl Rain". Throughout the song, the lyrics express how Indrani suffers the absence of Rangaraaya Sakthivel (Kamal Haasan) in her life.[2]
Chinmayi reprise
[edit]"Muththa Mazhai" was also performed by Chinmayi Sripada during the event, despite her ban in the industry.[3] Her rendition received a more favourable reception by audiences compared to the original version sung by Dhee.[4] By the audience reception, "Muththa Mazhai (Reprise)" version by Chinmayi officially released on 4 June 2025 on music platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube.[5]
Reception
[edit]Critical response
[edit]Times of India commented "'Muththa Mazhai,' composed by A.R. Rahman, is one of the standout tracks fromThug Life, a film that marks Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam's reunion after 35 years. The decision to have Dhee sing the Tamil version appears to be a creative one, likely to give the track a fresh, distinct tone that matches the film's contemporary style. Meanwhile, Chinmayi's version showcased classic playback finesse, making both versions artistically valuable in their own right".[6]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "AR Rahman's many Pantuvaralis: The emotional spectrum behind 'Muththa Mazhai' and the composer's discography". cinemaexpress.com. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
- ^ "After Muththa Mazhai went missing in Thug Life; makers release much-loved song video". www.ottplay.com. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
- ^ "How Did Chinmayi Sripaada Sing In Leo And '96 Despite Facing A Ban? Singer Clarifies". Times Now. 28 May 2025. Retrieved 30 May 2025.
- ^ "'Banned' singer Chinmayi is winning the internet with her rendition of 'Muththa Mazhai' from 'Thug Life'". 'Banned' singer Chinmayi is winning the internet with her rendition of 'Muththa Mazhai' from 'Thug Life'. Retrieved 28 May 2025.
- ^ "Chinmayi opens up to the viral reaction to her Muththa Mazhai performance: 'I was given a job, and I did it'". hindustantimes.com. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
- ^ "Chinmayi steps in with heartfelt clarification as fans clash over 'Muththa Mazhai'". Times of India. Retrieved 15 June 2025.
