Quick Info
| Profession | Lyricist, Poet |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 13/07/1953 |
| Age | 72 years |
| Birthplace | Mettoor village, Theni district, Tamil Nadu, India |
Latest News about Vairamuthu
29/03/2026
Vairamuthu was named the recipient of the 60th Jnanpith Award for 2025, India's highest literary honour. The award recognizes his outstanding contributions to Tamil literature over more than four decades, marked by creative depth, distinctive poetic voice, and works known for their evocative portrayal of human emotions, social concerns, and sensitivity towards nature.
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Bio/Wiki
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| Full Name | Vairamuthu Ramasamy |
| Pen Name | Kaviyarasu Kaviperarasu |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 173 cm |
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| Weight | 65 Kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Pachaiyappa's College, Chennai |
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| Degree | Master's degree in Tamil literature |
Personal Life
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Wife/Spouse | Ponmani (Tamil scholar and professor at Meenakshi College for Women) |
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Family
| Father | Ramasamy Thevar |
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| Mother | Angammal |
Career
| Summary | Vairamuthu is a preeminent lyricist, poet, and novelist known for his extensive work in the Tamil film industry. He gained recognition initially as a student poet and during his undergraduate studies, published a poetry anthology that became part of the academic curriculum. His career trajectory began in 1980 with his debut film Nizhalgal, for which he wrote the song 'Ponmalai Pozhudhu'. He has collaborated with notable music directors like Ilaiyaraaja and A.R. Rahman, delivering memorable songs that resonated with audiences. Over more than four decades, he has written over 7,500 Tamil songs and authored more than 37 books, including acclaimed works such as Kallikattu Ethikasam, Karuvachi Kaaviyam, Thanni Desam, and Moondraam Ullaga Por. His works are known for their evocative portrayal of human emotions, social concerns, and deep sensitivity towards nature. |
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Social Media
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| Official Website | https://vairamuthu.in/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Vairamuthu's family is rooted in agriculture. | |
| 2. He began writing poetry at the age of ten and composed his first venba verses by fourteen. | |
| 3. His first poetry anthology was published while he was still an undergraduate. | |
| 4. He was awarded the title Kavi Samrat by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. | |
| 5. His works have been translated into multiple languages, extending his influence beyond Tamil literature. | |
| 6. His family was displaced in 1957 due to the construction of Vaigai Dam, which led to evacuation of 14 villages including Mettur. | |
| 7. He was influenced by the works of Periyar, Anna, Karunanidhi, Bharathi, Bharathidasan, and Kannadhasan. | |
| 8. He learned to write Venba with Yappu rules. |