Adara Mal Pawane Song Lyrics
- By H.R.Jothipala
Remastered Karaoke Version With Flashing Lyrics
Artist - H.R. Jothipala
Movie - Duleeka (1974)
Lyrics - Dharmasiri Gamage
Music - Premasiri Khemadasa
Musical & Lyrical Essence
"Adara Mal Pawane" is another crown jewel of the Golden Era of Sinhala cinema. Originally featured in the 1974 film "Duleeka," it is a song that blends deep melancholy with a hauntingly beautiful melody
While Jothipala is often remembered for his upbeat, joyful tracks, "Adara Mal Pawane" showcases his incredible range as a soulful, expressive singer.
The music was composed by the legendary Premasiri Khemadasa. You can hear his signature style in the sophisticated arrangement—it’s not a simple "pop" song; it has a cinematic, almost operatic weight to it.
The Theme of Uncertainty: The lyrics focus on the character Duleeka (played by Dr. Malini Fonseka). The song asks, "Kohedo yanne, kawudo danne?" (Where is she going? Who really knows?), reflecting the uncertainty and emotional wandering of the protagonist's life.
The Imagery: Dharmasiri Gamage’s lyrics use nature—the breeze (Pawane) and flowers (Mal)—to contrast with the inner "mountain of pain" (Vedana Kande) the character feels.
Cultural Impact In Sri Lanka, this song is regarded as a "high-art" film song. It is often cited as one of the best examples of how a playback singer (Jothipala), a master composer (Khemadasa), and a poetic lyricist (Gamage) can create something that feels both popular and intellectually deep.
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