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In this episode, we understand perceptions about life and love depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 71, written by Vannapura Kantharathanaar. True to his colourful name, he vividly paints this poem of love in canvas of the ‘Paalai’ landscape or the drylands, around the theme of separation. The verse converses in the words of the lady’s confidante to the man, putting forth an important question as he prepares to leave.

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In this episode, we relish an interaction with the feathered friend depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 70, written by Velliveethiyaar, who happens to be a female poet sung about by another famous female poet, Avvaiyaar. The poem is set in the agricultural farmlands of the ‘Marutham’ landscape and speaks in the voice of the lady to a little bird, pressing it to pass on a message to her man.

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In this episode, we bask in the dusk depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 69, written by Sekampoothanaar. Set in the forest regions of the ‘Mullai’ landscape, the poem speaks in the voice of the lady, expressing the yearning in her heart.

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In this episode, we perceive the importance of play depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 68, written by Piraan Saathanaar. The poem is set in the wet mountain country of ‘Kurinji’ and speaks in the voice of the confidante to the lady, conveying the news of the lady’s confinement in a hidden message to the man listening nearby.

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In this episode, we marvel at the intricate ingenuity depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 67, written by Peri Saathanaar. Set amidst the resounding waves of the ‘Neythal’ landscape or the coastal regions, the poem speaks in the voice of the lady’s confidante to the man, expressing a subtle wish to make him expedite his marriage with the lady.

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In this episode, we perceive the shades in a mother-daughter relationship depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 66, written by Inisantha Naakanaar. The poem is set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape or the drylands and speaks in the voice of the mother, reflecting on the state of her daughter, who has eloped with the man she loves.

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In this episode, we understand the cultural beliefs depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 65, written by Kabilar. Set in the mountain landscape of ‘Kurinji’, the poem speaks in the voice of the lady’s confidante to the lady, giving the lady hope in her moment of pain.

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In this episode, we understand the deep love depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 64, written by Ulochanaar. The poem is set in the ‘Kurinji’ landscape or the mountains and speaks in the voice of the lady to her confidante, on the subject of the man’s parting away from her.

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In this episode, we relish the metaphorical delights in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 63, written by Ulochanaar. Set in the ‘Neythal’ landscape or the coastal regions, it’s a lament in the voice of the lady’s confidante to the lady, passing on a hidden message to the man, listening nearby.

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In this episode, we empathise with the dilemma depicted in Sangam literary work, Natrinai 62, written by Ilangkeeranaar. The verse is set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape or the drylands and dwells on the theme of separation. It speaks in the voice of a man to his heart, recollecting a past bitter-sweet moment in his journey.

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In this episode, we marvel at the persuasive skills depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 61, written by Sirumolikanaar, his only poem in Sangam literature. Set in the lush mountain country of ‘Kurinji’, the poem speaks in the words of the lady’s confidante to the lady, passing on a hidden message to the man listening nearby.

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In this episode, we travel to the ancient farmland depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 60, written by Thoongaloriyaar. The poem is set in the agricultural landscape of ‘Marutham’ and speaks in the voice of the lady’s confidante to a farmer, while sowing a secret message in the man, listening nearby.

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In this episode, we understand the life and love depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 59, written by the prolific Sangam poet, Kabilar. Set in the forest regions of ‘Mullai’, the poem speaks in the voice of the man to his charioteer, urging him to hurry homeward.

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In this episode, we relish the social customs depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 58, written by Mudhukootranaar. The verse is set in the ‘Neythal’ landscape or the coastal regions and speaks in the voice of the lady’s confidante, as the man speeds away on his horse, after meeting with the lady during the day.

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In this episode, we unravel the layers of culture and meaning depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 57, written by Pothumpil Kilaar, this being his only Sangam poem. Set in the ‘Kurinji’ landscape of mountain country, the poem speaks in the voice of the lady’s confidante, conveying a subtle message to the man about the impending changes in their love life.

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In this episode, we relish the unique perspective on inner life depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 56, written by Peruvaluthi. The verse is set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape or the drylands and revolves around the theme of separation. Speaking in the voice of the lady to her confidante, it expresses the anguish the lady feels on parting with her man.

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In this episode, we marvel at the nuanced perception depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 55, written by Peruvaluthi. Set in the ‘Kurinji’ landscape or the mountains, the poem speaks in the words of the lady’s confidante to the man, describing a recent, stressful incident at home.

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In this episode, we perceive the depths in the inner and outer life depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 54, written by Senthankannanaar. The verse is set in the ‘Neythal’ landscape or the coastal regions and speaks in the lamenting voice of the lady to a sea bird, bidding it to be a messenger of love.

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In this episode, we are rejuvenated by the new rains depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 53, written by Nalvettanaar. Set in the mountain country of ‘Kurinji’, the poem speaks in the voice of the lady’s confidante to the lady, intending to convey a message to the man listening nearby.

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In this episode, we understand the devotion and determination depicted in Sangam Literary work, Natrinai 52, written by Paalathanaar, this being the only song penned by the poet. Set in the ‘Paalai’ landscape or the drylands, it revolves around the dilemmas in separation and speaks in the voice of the man to his heart.