Intro
Fans’ love for movie stars burns with a passion that knows no bounds. Icons like Rajinikanth inspire an extraordinary level of devotion that’s truly remarkable. Now, let’s take a glimpse into the 2023 cinematic sensation, “Jailer,” where Rajinikanth takes the spotlight. Within this cinematic experience lies the heart of it all: “Hukum,” an innovative, fun, and evocative musical creation by the multi-talented Anirudh Ravichander. This song isn’t just music; it’s a captivating blend of rap, rock, and local rhythms that embodies the profound connection between stars and their fans. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the depths of “Hukum,” exploring its meaning and interpretation.
Lyrics – Chorus – First
Chorus – The Core
Onn Alumba Pathavan, Ungoppan Whistle Ah Keattavan
Onn Mavanum Peranum, Atam Poda Veppavan
Ivan Pera Thooka Nalu Peru
Pattatha Parikka Nooru Peru
Kutti Chevuttha Etti Partha
Usura Kodukka Kodi Peru
He has seen you make trouble He’s familiar with your father’s game He will make you kith and kin dance to his tunes
A few may try to tarnish his name
A hundred may try to snatch his crown
Peep over the wall
Millions will lay their lives for him
Full Lyrics – Tamil, Transliteration, and Meaning
Here’s the table with the Tamil lyrics, transliteration, and meaning (from Chat GPT and this site)
| Tamil Lyrics | Transliteration | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Rajanikath’s Dialogue: ஏ!!! எங்க நா தான் கிங்’உ நா வெச்சதுதான் ரூல்ஸு’ அந்த ரூல்ஸ் ஏ யே இஸ்டதுக்கு அப்போ அப்போ மாதிடே எறுப்பேன் அத கப்சி புன்னு கேட்டுட்டு போலோ பண்ணணும் அத வெட்டுட்டு எதவது அடவாடித்தானோ பண்ணணும் நு நெனச்சா உன்ன கண்டதுண்டமா வெட்டி கலாச்சி போட்டுடுவேன். ஹுகும்.. டைகர் கா ஹுகும்.. | Rajanikath’s Dialogue: Hey!!! Engga Naa Than King’u Naa Vechathuthan Rules’u Antha Rules Eh Ye Istathukku Apo Apo Mathitae Eruppean Atha Kabchipunu Kettuttu Follow Pannanum Atha Vettuttu Ethavathu Adavadithano Pannanum Nu Nenacha Unna Kandathundama Vetti Kalachi Pottuduvean. Hukum.. Tiger Ka Hukum.. | Rajanikath’s Dialogue: Hey!!! I am the King here, I am the one who makes the rules, For those very rules, I will change them now and then. You have to listen carefully and follow them. If you think of doing anything by breaking them, I will find you and finish you off. Command.. Tiger’s Command.. |
| அலப்பறை கிளப்புறோம் தா பாரு டா கலவரம் எறங்கினா தா டாரு டா நிலவரம் புரியுதா ஒக்காருடா தலைவரு களத்துல சூப்பர் ஸ்டார்-உ டா | Alappara Kelapparom Dha Paru Da Kalavaram Teranguna Tha Daru Da Nelavaram Puriyudha Okkaruda Thalaivaru Kalathula Superstar-u Da | Let’s make a grand noise, come and see. If the riot spreads, it’s going to be trouble. Do you understand the situation? Calm down. In the arena, the leader is the superstar. |
| வரமொற ஒடைச்சிட செட் ஆனவன் தலமொற கடக்குற ஹிட் ஆனவன் எளியவன் மனசுல பிட் ஆனவன் முடிவுல ஜெயிச்சிட உரித்தானாவன் | Varamora Odachida Set Anavan Thalamura Kadakkura Hit Anavan Eliyavan Manasula Fit Anavan Mudivula Jeichida Urithanavan | When the rules are broken, He’s the one who sets [them right] Facing the challenges, He’s the one who delivers the hits. He is the one who fits in the simple man’s heart. In the end, He is the one who is destined to succeed. |
| நடக்குர நட புயல போச்சே முடி ஓத்துக்குன ஸ்டைல்ய ஆசே கனவுஇல்ல இது ரியலா போச்சே தல முதல் ஆடி வர தலைவரு அலப்பற | Nadakura Nada Puyala Pochae Mudi Othukuna Styleya Aache Kanavuilla Idhu Realaa Pochae Thala Mudhal Adi Vara Thalaivaru Alappara | The happening storm has gone. The style is such that even the hair agrees. This is not a dream, it has become reality. From head to toe, the leader will make a grand entrance. |
| தனி தலபல வெயிலா இச்சே அட நூறுக்கு டயலா இச்சே செத்துக்குற இடம் ஜெயிலா இச்சே சேர முதல் தேர வரை தலைவரின் அலப்பறை | Thani Thalapala Veyila Iche Ada Nooruku Dialogue Iche Sethukura Idam Jail- aIche Sera Muthal Thera Varai Thalaivarin Alappara | He alone is the scorching sun in the field. He’s the one they dial for if they need to call 100 (Police). He makes sure that the place for troublemakers is jail. From the roots to the carriage, it’s the leader’s command. |
| Chorus: ஒன் அலும்ப பார்த்தவன், உங்கோப்பன் விசில் அக் கேட்டவன் ஒன் மவனும் பேரனும், ஆட்டம் போட வைப்பவன் இவன் பேர தூக்க நாலு பேரே பட்டத்த பறிக்க நூறு பேரே குட்டி செவுத்த எட்டி பார்த்த உசுர கொடுக்க கோடி பேரே | Chorus: Onn Alumba Pathavan, Ungoppan Whistle Ah Keattavan Onn Mavanum Peranum, Atam Poda Veppavan Ivan Pera Thooka Nalu Pere Pattatha Parikka Nooru Pere Kutti Chevuttha Etti Partha Usura Kodukka Kodi Pere | Chorus: The one who has seen you in trouble/distress. The one who has heard your guardian’s/protector’s whistle/signal. Your son and kin, He’ll make them dance to his tune. A few (four) may try to tarnish his name A hundred may try to snatch his crown Peep over the wall Crores will lay their lives for him |
| அலப்பறை கிளப்புறோம், தலைவரு நிரந்தரம் நீ எண்டு கார்டு வச்சா இவன் ட்ரெண்ட் மாத்தி வப்பான் நீ குழிய பறிச்சி வச்சா இவன் மலையில் எறி நிப்பான் | Alapparai Kilappurom, Thalaivaru Nirantharam Nee Endu Kaardu Vachcha Ivan Trend Maathi Vappaan Nee Kuzhiya Paricchi Vachcha Ivan Malaiyil Eri Nippaan | Let’s make some noise, our leader is eternal! If you have set up a trap (or played a card/trick), he will change the trend! If you’ve dug a pit (set a trap), He will climb up the mountain |
| சுத்தி அடிக்கிற லத்தி கிட்ட சிக்கினா அட்டகாத்தி எல்லாம் பொடி தான் கண்டபை நீ கம்பெடுத்து நீ சுத்துனா உச்சந்தலையில இடி தான் | Suthi Adikkira Lathi Kitta Sikkina Attakathi Ellam Podi Dhan Kandabai Nee Kambeduthu Ne Suthuna Uchanthalaiyila Idi Dhan | If caught by the baton that’s striking around, All the swagger turns to dust. If you strut around overconfidently, You’ll get a smack on the head. |
| நரசிருத்துனு முறைக்க ஏ துரை கிட்ட வந்து கோரைக்க ஏ சிறையில சிக்கி தோலைக்க ஏ உரசுர வரையில உனக்கொரு கோரையில்லா | Narachirudhunu Muraika eh Durai Kitta Vanthu Koraikka eh Siraiyila Sikki Tholaika eh Urasura Varaiyila Unakkoru Koraiyilla | Even if you beg, pleading humanity, And appeal to Durai, If you’re trapped in prison, In the domain of Urasura, there’s no space for you. |
| தோட நெருங்குற முடியா ஏ எடுத்து இழுக்குது தெரியா ஏ குள்ள நரிக்குது புரியா ஏ விதிகளை திருப்புற, தலைவரின் அலப்பறை | Thoda Nerungura Mudaiya eh Eduthu Izhukudhu Theriya eh Kulla Narikkuthu Puriya eh Vidhigalai Thiruppura, Thalaivarin Alappara | Can’t come close to touch, Knows how to pull it off, Smelling like a fox, understand? Changing the rules, Leader’s proclamation. |
| Chorus: ஒன் அலும்ப பார்த்தவன், … உசுர கொடுக்க கோடி பேரே | Chorus: Onn Alumba Pathavan, … Usura Kodukka Kodi Pere | Chorus: The one who has seen you in trouble/distress. … Crores will lay their lives for him |
| அலப்பறை கிளப்புறோம், தலைவரு நிரந்தரம் | Alapparai Kilappurom, Thalaivaru Nirantharam | Let’s make some noise, our leader is eternal! |
| டைகரின் ஆணை (टाइगर का हुकुम) | Tiger Ka Hukum | Tiger’s Command |
| புரிஞ்சுதா ராசா? (అర్ధమయ్యిందా రాజా) | Ardhamayyinda Raaja | Did you understand, dear? |
Please note that Tamil transliteration may not be exact, as Tamil script can have subtle nuances that are difficult to capture in Roman characters. The provided transliteration is an approximation of the pronunciation (comment from ChatGPT)
Summary
As an Analyst
“Hukum” from “Jailer” serves as a remarkable example of how music can resonate with audiences on multiple levels. Its fusion of rap, rock, and local rhythms creates an enticing soundscape that appeals to a wide range of listeners. Beyond its musical prowess, the song’s lyrics convey a profound message about Rajinikanth’s enduring influence in Indian cinema and the deep connection he shares with his fans. It underscores the cultural significance of Rajinikanth, bridging the gap between mass appeal and intellectual appreciation.
As a Die-Hard Fan
For me, “Hukum” is more than just a song; it’s a testament to the indomitable spirit of our beloved Thalaivar, Rajinikanth. Every time I hear its beats, I’m transported into a world where Rajinikanth reigns supreme. The music’s electrifying blend of rap, rock, and local rhythms mirrors the dynamism of our superstar, making it impossible not to dance along. But it’s the lyrics that truly touch my heart. They remind me of the unbreakable bond between Rajinikanth and his fans, and how he continues to inspire us. “Hukum” encapsulates our shared devotion and the magic of being part of the Rajinikanth fan community, and for that, it will forever hold a special place in my heart.
In Search of other Fan Anthems
I’m on a quest to discover more such fan fare songs in other languages, particularly from the Telugu industry (stars like Chiranjeevi), and also in Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi cinemas.
Contrarian Views
- Fanfare: Excessive fanfare can overshadow cinema’s artistic aspects.
- Music: Critics may view “Hukum” as prioritizing style over substance.
- Lyrics: Some argue the lyrics are relatively simplistic and lack depth.
MidJourney Prompt with inputs from ChatGPT
Create an image depicting the fervent excitement at a film premiere starring South Indian cinema legend, Rajinikanth. The setting is in Tamil Nadu, outside a majestic cinema hall that’s illuminated by the vibrant glow of neon lights, with large, colorful banners and posters of Rajinikanth’s latest film. An immense crowd of devoted fans is gathered, their faces lit up with admiration and thrill. They are diverse, ranging from the elderly to young children, all united by their shared reverence for the superstar. Many fans are holding aloft hand-painted banners with Rajinikanth’s famous movie quotes, wearing t-shirts emblazoned with his iconic film characters, and some mimicking his unique and beloved mannerisms. Street vendors are scattered around, selling Rajinikanth masks, movie merchandise, and traditional South Indian snacks. The air is filled with the sound of fans chanting Rajinikanth’s name in a rhythmic harmony, while the press’s cameras flash incessantly, all waiting in eager anticipation for that moment when Rajinikanth makes his grand entrance, showcasing his characteristic charismatic smile and humble wave, further igniting the crowd’s frenzy.” –ar 16:9
Listening and Patterns 