Suratha
Surathan | |
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| Born | November 23, 1921 Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Died | June 19, 2006 (aged 84) |
| Occupation | Tamil Poet |
Surathan (Tamil: சுரதா) (November 23, 1921 – June 19, 2006) was a Tamil poet, known for his similes. He was called "Uvamai Kavignar" ("poet of similes").
Early life
Suratha was born in Thanjavur as T. Rajagopal on November 23, 1921. He derived his pen name from Subburathinathasan (Bharathidasan, a renowned poet of yesteryear).[1]
Literary works
Saavin Mutham (meaning "kiss of death") and Thenmazhai (meaning "rain of honey") were among his notable works. He also ran a weekly Kaavyam, entirely dedicated to poetry.
He was a lyricist and a dialogue writer for more than 100 Tamil films and memorable songs such as ‘Amuthum thenum ethatku’.[2]
Awards
He received the Kalaimamani award in 1972 and the Bharatidasan award in 1990.
References
- ^ "Poet Suradha dead". The Hindu. 21 June 2006. Retrieved 23 November 2012.
- ^ "Poet Suratha: Relishing Tamil language like crimsoned nectar". Retrieved 23 November 2012.
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