“Aaraathi Aaraathi,” a lively dance number from the Tamil film Petta Rap, is a joyful celebration of a bride’s eagerness and enthusiasm for her wedding day. Translated from Tamil to English, the title relates to the ancient “Aarti” ritual used to welcome someone, while the lyrics explore themes of love, joy, and the prospect of a fresh beginning. This exciting single features Prabhu Deva and Vedhika, with vocals by Pavithra Chari.
Mani Amudhavan’s Tamil lyrics depict a bride’s lighthearted banter and the joyous mood around her wedding. The chorus line, “Aaraathi Aaraathi Nee Kaattu Neraa… Paaratti Seeratti Poochooda Poraa…”, which translates to “Show me the Aarti, straight… I’m going to praise and adorn you with flowers…,” wonderfully captures the song’s primary theme of welcoming the bride and enjoying her new adventure. According to the songwriter, “Aaraathi Aaraathi” is about the bride’s playful anticipation and the cheerful mood of a wedding in Tamil.
Petta Rap Movie’s Aaraathi Aaraathi Lyrics Translated in English
Aarathi Aarathi Nee Kaatu Neraa
Paaratti Seeratti Poochooda Pooraa
Show the Aarthi plate directly.
I’m going to praise and adorn you with flowers.
Aananda Koochalundhaan Vandhaachu
Kalyana Kaachalundhaane
Yen Indha Koochamumdhaan Undhaachu
Vedkathil Verkududhaane
The joyful noise has arrived.
It’s the wedding excitement.
Why is there this shyness?
I’m sweating with embarrassment.
Vandhaa Valanju Vandhaa
Pandhaa Kurandju Vandhaa
Minnuraale Minnuraale Romba Azhagaa
She came with prosperity.
She came with abundance.
She shines, she shines, very beautifully.
Thandhaa Manasa Thandhaa
Sindhaamaniya Thandhaa
Vaanathula Neendurale Vanna Iragaa
She gave her heart.
She gave the wish-fulfilling gem.
She swims in the sky with colorful wings.
Ennaachu Yedaachu
Un Pechu Engadi Poachu
Kanveechu Kaiveechu
Yellaa Kammunu Aachu
What happened, what happened?
Where did your speech go?
Your eye gestures, your hand gestures,
Everything is silent.
Aarathi Aarathi Nee Kaatu Neraa
Paaratti Seeratti Poochooda Pooraa
Show the Aarthi plate directly.
I’m going to praise and adorn you with flowers.
Un Panju Thekathula
Maappilla Maatuvaan Thaliyathane
Eeranju Maasathula Nee Mella
Aattu Thooliyathane
On your soft body,
The groom will tie the Thali.
In a few months, you will gently,
Rock the cradle.
Patta Aninjikittaa
Thottaa Sinungkittaa
Thikkuraale Thikkuraale Romba Pudusaa
She’s wearing silk.
If touched, she becomes shy.
She’s hesitating, she’s hesitating, very new to this.
Chitta Parandukkittaa
Mittaa Minungkittaa
Nikkuraale Sokkuraale Ponnu Thinusaa
The parrot has flown away.
The sweet is shining.
The girl is standing, stunned, looking new.
Vacha Arisi Kotta
Nenja Orasikittaa
Kettimelam Kettimelam Kotti Sirippaa
Spill the rice you held.
Embrace me tightly.
The loud drums, the loud drums, beat with laughter.
Unna Thazuvi Nikkum
Manna Valavi Satham
Kekkumpadi Kekupadi Katti Yanaippaa
The sound of the earth being decorated,
Will be heard as you are bathed.
It will be heard as a tight embrace.
Aaraathi Aaraathi Music Video
The music video for “Aaraathi Aaraathi” is a visual feast that matches the song’s addictive exuberance. Director Sj Sinu’s vision brings the words to life, with Prabhu Deva and Vedhika giving riveting performances that capture the song’s joyful mood.
| Title | Aaraathi Aaraathi |
| Movie/Album | Petta Rap |
| Singer(s) | Pavithra Chari |
| Songwriter(s) | Mani Amudhavan |
| Music Composer(s) | D. Imman |
| Actors | Prabhu Deva, Vedhika |