Shanthala – Rise of Shanthala Lyrics
Movie: Shanthala (2023)
Song: Rise of Shanthala
Cast: Nihal Kodhaty, Ashlesha Thakur
Music Director: Vishal Chandra Shekhar
Singer(s): Arvind Arnest, Shibi Srinivasa, Vikram Pitty, Devu Mathew, Priya Prakash, Triya Sushma
Lyricist: Shree Mani
Full Lyrics
Modhatadugese Oh Charitha
Eduradugese Oh Bhavitha
Chinukai Kadili Sagaramla
Chigurai Edigi Oh Vanamla
Evaru Chudani Abhinava Natyam
Edurai Nilichenila
Neelaa.. Jagathina Kalara
Ningiki Alala Egasina Kala Shanthala
Neelaa.. Nruthyapu Hela
Bhuvi Kani Vinala
Swara Saramulu Shanthala
Modhatadugese Oh Charitha
Eduradugese Oh Bhavitha
Chinukai Kadili Sagaramla
Chigurai Edigi Oh Vanamla
Evaru Chudani Abhinava Natyam
Edurai Nilichenila
Ye Mudradaina Nidralepi Nimishamlo
Prapanchana Nuvu Nilichavu
Gadamudrala Ilaa
Samayale Neekosam
Chalanale Nilipaaya
Bhugolam Neekosam Andalle Marinda
Gaganam Vedikai Samastam
Kadhanam Jaripe Nee Prashastham
Natya Ritulu Neevi Anantam
Anitara Sadhyamula
Neelaa.. Jagathina Kalara
Ningiki Alala Egasina Kala Shanthala
Neelaa.. Nruthyapu Hela
Bhuvi Kani Vinala
Swara Saramulu Shanthala
Modhatadugese Oh Charitha
Eduradugese Oh Bhavitha
Chinukai Kadili Sagaramla
Chigurai Edigi Oh Vanamla
Evaru Chudani Abhinava Natyam
Edurai Nilichenila
Neelaa.. Jagathina Kalara
Ningiki Alala Egasina Kala Shanthala
Neelaa.. Nruthyapu Hela
Bhuvi Kani Vinala
Song Analysis & Lyrical Review
An in-depth perspective into the thematic depth and musical composition of the track.
Lyrical Meaning & Theme
Penned beautifully by Shree Mani, "Rise of Shanthala" acts as a classic anthem portraying empowerment through classical expression. The song frames the traditional art form of dance as a force of nature—progressing from a tiny raindrop into an expansive ocean ("Chinukai Kadili Sagaramla"). It signals a character's profound transformation, celebrating resilience and historical artistic revival.
Composition & Vocal Arrangements
Composed by Vishal Chandra Shekhar, the song expertly pairs acoustic depth with traditional instrumentation to complement a high-stakes periodic setting. The vocal design features an impressive vocal collective consisting of Arvind Arnest, Shibi Srinivasa, Vikram Pitty, Devu Mathew, Priya Prakash, and Triya Sushma. Their voices combine dynamically to build an intense, dramatic crescendo perfect for an onstage performance sequence.