Join Totto as he delves into the world of cinema and entertainment, sharing his insights and opinions on a range of topics including movies, poetry, film reviews, Tamil films, Tamil song lyrics, music, and celebrities.
With a passion for all things artistic and a wealth of knowledge to draw upon, Totto's discussions are sure to educate and entertain in equal measure.
சின்ன கவுண்டர் ஒரு காவியப் பயணம் : R.V. Udayakumar!
Dive deep into the magic of the 90s Tamil classic "Chinna Gounder"! In this podcast episode, we explore the legendary collaboration between director R.V. Udayakumar and Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja, analyzing the iconic songs, emotional storytelling, and unforgettable village drama that made it a timeless masterpiece[cite: 1].Timestamps:00:00 - அறிமுகம் & மங்காத்தா பாடல் ஒப்பீடு[cite: 1]02:18 - சின்ன கவுண்டர் படத்தின் ஒன்லைன் மற்றும் கதைக்களம்[cite: 1]02:30 - முதல் பாடல்: "கண்ணு பட போகுது ஐயா" & ஹீரோ எலிவேஷன்[cite: 1]04:15 - "சுத்தி சுத்தி " பாடல் & எம்.ஜி.ஆர் ஃபார்முலா[cite: 1]05:39 - மொய்விருந்து சீன் & "வானத்தைப்போல" பாடல் பின்னணி[cite: 1]07:04 - "முத்துமணி மாலை" டூயட் பாடலின் சிறப்பு[cite: 1]08:24 - "கூண்டுக்குள்ள என்ன வச்சு" பாடல் & தேவயாணி ஜெயில் சீன்[cite: 1]10:15 - "அந்த வானத்தைப்போல" பாடலின் ஆழம் மற்றும் தத்துவம்[cite: 1]13:00 - தவசீ மற்றும் தேவயாணி மோதல் காட்சி[cite: 1]15:32 - "சொல்லால அடிச்ச சுந்தரி" சிறிய பாடல் & திருப்பம்[cite: 1]16:28 - முடிவும் சின்ன கவுண்டரின் தனித்துவமும்[cite: 1]Don't forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to the channel for more 90s Tamil cinema retrospectives and music deep-dives!#ChinnaGounder #Ilaiyaraaja #RVUdayakumar #TamilCinema #90sTamilHits #TamilPodcast #Vijayakanth #Devayani #Isaignani
20 Oct 2026
தமிழ் சினிமா பாடல்களில் மறைந்திருக்கும் இலக்கியம் | புலமைப்பித்தன் - Totto Podcast உரையாடல் - Pulamaipithan
Who was Pulamaipithan, and what made his Tamil film lyrics so special?In this Tamil-language podcast, we explore the songs and songwriting of Pulamaipithan, a celebrated Tamil film lyricist known for bringing poetic expression and literary richness to cinema.தமிழ் சினிமா பாடல்களின் பின்னால் இருக்கும் இலக்கிய ஆழம், சொல்லழகு, கவித்துவம், நுணுக்கமான அர்த்தங்கள் — இவை அனைத்தையும் கவிஞர் **புலமைப்பித்தனின்** பாடல்கள் வழியாகப் பேசும் ஒரு சிறப்பான உரையாடல்!ஒரு பாடல் என்பது வெறும் இசையும் வரிகளும் மட்டும்தானா? அல்லது சில சொற்களுக்குள் ஓர் ஆழமான சிந்தனையையும், ஓர் உணர்வையும், ஒரு வாழ்க்கைத் தத்துவத்தையும் சொல்ல முடியுமா?இந்தப் பாட்காஸ்டில், புலமைப்பித்தனின் பாடல்களை விரிவாகப் பேசுகிறோம். அவரது பாடல் வரிகளில் வெளிப்படும் தமிழின் செழுமை, சொற்களைத் தேர்ந்தெடுக்கும் விதம், கவித்துவமான சிந்தனைகள், வரிகளுக்குள் பொதிந்திருக்கும் அர்த்தங்கள் எனப் பல்வேறு அம்சங்களை அலசுகிறோம்.🎙️ **இந்த உரையாடலில் பேசப்போகும் விஷயங்கள்:**• புலமைப்பித்தனின் பாடல்களின் தனித்துவம் என்ன? • எளிமையான சொற்களுக்குள் அவர் பொதித்த ஆழமான கருத்துகள் • பாடல் வரிகளில் வெளிப்படும் தமிழ் இலக்கிய நயம் • பாடல்களின் பின்னணியில் இருக்கும் அர்த்தங்களும் நுணுக்கங்களும் • தமிழ் சினிமா பாடல்களில் அவரது பங்களிப்பு • காலத்தைக் கடந்து நிற்கும் அவரது கவிதைத் திறனும் படைப்புகளும் • அவரது பாடல்களை மீண்டும் கேட்கும்போது நாம் கவனிக்க வேண்டிய விஷயங்கள் தமிழ் மொழியையும், தமிழ் சினிமா பாடல்களையும், கவிதைகளையும் ரசிப்பவர்களுக்கு இந்த உரையாடல் ஒரு புதிய பார்வையைத் தரும் என்று நம்புகிறோம்.ஒரு பாடலைக் கேட்பதற்கும், அதன் வரிகளைப் புரிந்துகொண்டு ரசிப்பதற்கும் இடையே உள்ள வித்தியாசத்தைப் பேசுவோம்.💬 **உங்களுக்குப் பிடித்த புலமைப்பித்தன் பாடல் எது?** அந்தப் பாடலில் உங்களை மிகவும் கவர்ந்த வரி எது? கருத்துகளில் பகிருங்கள்.இந்த உரையாடல் பிடித்திருந்தால் Like செய்யுங்கள், தமிழ் இலக்கியத்தையும் திரைப்பாடல்களையும் ரசிக்கும் நண்பர்களுடன் பகிருங்கள். இதுபோன்ற விரிவான தமிழ் உரையாடல்களுக்கு சேனலை Subscribe செய்யுங்கள்.#புலமைப்பித்தன் #தமிழ்பாடல்கள் #TamilPodcast
7 Apr 2026
Neelira Movie Review | A Masterpiece of Thriller & Geo-Politics? | TOTTO Podcasts
Welcome to TOTTO Podcasts! In today's episode, we dive deep into a detailed review and analysis of the film "Neelira," directed by the talented Somidharan.This video covers:The Geo-Political Context: How the film compares the power-sharing concepts of Belgium and Sri Lanka.1988 IPKF Connection: A look at the historical background of the Indian Peace Keeping Force in Sri Lanka as portrayed in the movie.Thriller Elements: Why the "hostage drama" format and the influence of Alfred Hitchcock make this a gripping watch.Technical Brilliance: Discussion on the exceptional sound design, costumes, and the use of Hindi, Tamil, and English languages to add realism.Final Verdict: Why this film is more than just a movie, but an educational journey through history, geography, and politics.
0:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKHnDz0SBZE) — Intro: What makes a good movie?0:25 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKHnDz0SBZE&t=25s) — The Geo-Politics of Belgium vs. Sri Lanka1:10 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKHnDz0SBZE&t=70s) — Historical Context: 1988 & The IPKF3:28 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKHnDz0SBZE&t=208s) — Neelira: A Gripping Thriller Analysis6:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKHnDz0SBZE&t=360s) — The Hostage Drama & Hitchcock Influence10:15 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKHnDz0SBZE&t=615s) — Technical Mastery: Sound, Music, and Language15:30 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKHnDz0SBZE&t=930s) — The Final Verdict: Why You Must Watch Neelira
9 Nov 2025
🎵 Vizhigalil Oru Vanavil - The Poetry Behind the Music - Totto Speaks விழிகளில் ஒரு வானவில் 1 பாடல் 5+ கவிதை
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1 பாடல் | 5 கவிதை
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Ever wondered what makes Tamil song lyrics so powerful? In this episode, we dive deep into the artistry of lyric writing, exploring how word choice, regional dialects, and poetic interpretation create unforgettable musical experiences.
✨ Discover the "Poetry Mind" approach to listening
✨ Learn how regional words like "பானலி" add unique flavor
✨ Understand why you don't need to be a scholar to appreciate great lyrics
Perfect for Tamil music lovers who want to experience songs on a deeper level. No expertise required - just bring your curiosity!
Host: Totto
Language: Tamil
Duration: 11:20 min
Hashtags: #TamilMusic #PodcastTamil #MusicAnalysis #TamilLyrics #Vanavil #Saindhavi #NaMuthukumar #Vaali #GVPrakash
6 Feb 2023
Legendary director K Viswanth - Totto Speaks
This episode of Totto Speaks will discuss the work of legendary director K Viswanth. We will explore the career of this master filmmaker, and examine the unique style of storytelling that has made him such a beloved figure in the film industry. We will also take a look at some of K Viswanth's most famous films, and discuss their influence on cinema. Join us as we dive into the career of this legendary director and learn more about his impact on Indian cinema.
28 Jan 2023
Singers Adapting Their Voices for Different Characters and Situations - Part 2 of 2
Tracing the Vocals of Tamil Songs: A Study of How Singers Adapt Their Voices for Different Characters and Situations is a comprehensive study of the vocal techniques used by Tamil singers. Part 2 of this study focuses on two of the most renowned singers in the Tamil music industry, Kamal Haasan and Mano, and also focuses on another renowned singer, S. Janaki.
28 Jan 2023
Tamil Singers who Adapt Their Voices for Different Characters and Situations - Part 1 of 2
Tracing the Vocals of Tamil Songs: A Study of How Singers Adapt Their Voices for Different Characters and Situations is a comprehensive study of the vocal techniques used by Tamil singers. Part 1 of this podcast focuses on two of the most renowned singers in the Tamil music industry, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and Malaysia Vasudevan.
S. P. Balasubrahmanyam (SPB) is a renowned Indian singer with over 40,000 songs recorded in multiple languages. He is known for his ability to adapt his voice to different characters and situations and has a versatile singing style, covering various genres.
Malaysia Vasudevan is also a well-known singer, known for his unique deep and powerful voice, and ability to convey emotions in his singing. He has recorded over 3,000 songs in different languages. Both singers are known for their versatility in adapting to different characters and situations in their songs.
8 Jan 2023
A R Rahman - Top 10 things about ARR you may not know and Totto wants to talk about it - A R Rahman Birthday Special - Totto Speaks
Totto discusses the top 10 lesser-known facts about A R Rahman in this special birthday episode. Topics include ARR's Oscars, entrance into Hindi cinema, unique music style, support of new talent, early career, and use of music in Hollywood films.
In this special ARR birthday episode, Totto will be sharing with you the top 10 things you may not know about the legendary composer A R Rahman. From his numerous Oscars to his introduction to Hindi cinema and his distinct musical style, Totto will delve into the impressive career of ARR. You'll also hear about his efforts to discover and nurture new talent, his early days in the industry, and the impact of his music in Hollywood films. Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about this remarkable artist as Totto talks about the life and work of A R Rahman
2 Nov 2022
Hitchcock's PSYCHO and Mysskin's PSYCHO an Analysis - Part 1
Totto speaks: Hitchcock's PSYCHO and Mysskin's PSYCHO." To elaborate further, the podcast focuses on two films with the same title: Psycho, directed by Alfred Hitchcock and Psycho, directed by Mysskin. The host of the podcast, Totto, will discuss these two films in detail without revealing any plot points or spoilers. The podcast will compare and contrast the two films, examining how each director handles the themes and characters presented in the film. It will also delve into the overall style and approach of each film. This podcast is the first part in a series that examines these two films
11 Aug 2021
Part 3 : Kavinjar Thamarai - Oru Kannottam - கவிஞர் தாமரை திரைப்பட பாடலாசிரியர் - Part 3 - Totto Speaks in Tamil
Totto, in this last part analyses the film songs of Kavinjar Thamarai - selectively from where she has written selective songs for film. not all the songs in a film.
18 Jul 2021
Best of Crazy Mohan - Exploring : A Tribute to a Tamil Film Legend
Totto discusses some of the better films of Crazy Mohan.
In this episode, we will be discussing some of Crazy Mohan's most memorable films that he worked on without Kamal Haasan. These include "Poi Kal Gudhirai," "Kadhanayagan," "Chinna Mappilai," "Kolai Kolaiya Mundhirikkai," "Vietnam Colony," and "Naan E." Known for his never-ending jokes and clever wit, Crazy Mohan was a highly respected and beloved figure in the Tamil film industry. Tune in to learn more about some of his best works.
18 Jul 2021
Part 2 : Kavinjar Thamarai - Oru Kannottam - கவிஞர் தாமரை திரைப்பட பாடலாசிரியர் - Part 2 - Totto Speaks in Tamil
Totto further analyzes the film songs of Kavinjar Thamarai - selectively from five film lyrics- Vinnai thaandi varuvaiya, Vettaiadu vilaiyadu, varanam aeiyram, pachai kili muthu charam, ennai arindhal ..
18 Jul 2021
Top Tamil Hyperlink Films with Totto: The Must-See Movies of the GenreBest - Toto Speaks
In this episode of Totto Speaks, Totto will be sharing his thoughts on the top 4 Tamil hyperlink films and why they deserve to be considered the best.
Totto will be discussing the unique aspects of these films and why they are worth watching.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn more about some of the most innovative and compelling films in the Tamil industry and get Totto's expert analysis on why they stand out
9 Jul 2021
Kavinjar Thamarai - Oru Kannottam - கவிஞர் தாமரை திரைப்பட பாடலாசிரியர் - Part 1 - Totto Speaks in Tamil
Kavinjar Thamarai's (கவிஞர் தாமரை திரைப்பட பாடலாசிரியர்) raise from writing small poems in magazines, to winning literary prizes and awards, to how she has become the sole torch bearer of women's thoughts in Tamil movie songs. Totto speaks... Here is Part 1
23 Jun 2020
4 under rated Tamil Movie GEMSyou have to watch - Totto Speaks
Totto Speaks about 4 under rated Tamil Movies you may have missed and you have to see. Discusses why those movies are underrated and what's so great about it that Totto calls is 4 Gems.
3 Jun 2020
Best Performance in Voice Acting: A Look at the Best of Tamil and English Cinema with Totto - Totto Speaks
Join Totto as he showcases the best of voice acting in Tamil cinema and Hollywood. From Nayanthara and Aishwarya Rai to Trisha and Deepa Venkat, Totto will be highlighting the most impressive performances in the industry.
You'll also get to hear Totto's thoughts on the vocal talents of Robin Williams in "Good Morning Vietnam," Morgan Freeman's voice acting skills, Tom Hanks' performance in the "Toy Story" franchise, Scarlett Johansson's vocal abilities, and Sivaji Ganesan's roles in "Veerapandiya Kattabomman" and "Devar Magan."
Totto will also be discussing Radha Ravi's performance in "Pisasu" and what could have been improved in the Tamil film "Bharathi." Don't miss this chance to learn more about the best of voice acting in cinema and be entertained by Totto's expert analysis."
Credits for Clips Script to Screen Her Scarlett Johansson - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bed4PCrBNVQ
BBC America - The Graham Norton Show | Tom Hanks - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Va3E8yuJv4
ScreenSlam - Toy Story3 B-Roll - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TCXT_hSO3q8
jfW Awards for Deepa Venkat Live dubbing clip - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpOIdLRTjfA
Vikatan Press meet - Kamal various voices - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dfr0Wmn6TB0
Raj Video Vision - Veerapandiya Kattabomman - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yj6BOpyEUaU&t=4690s
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