Nayagan Vinyl Record – Ilaiyaraaja Tamil Vinyl

Own a piece of Tamil cinema history with the iconic Nayagan (1987) vinyl record, featuring the legendary Kamal Haasan in one of his most celebrated performances. Directed by Mani Ratnam and produced by Muktha Films, the film features music by the legendary Ilaiyaraaja. The soundtrack includes unforgettable songs such as Thenpandi Cheemayile, Nila Adhu Vanathumele, Naan Sirithal Deepavali, Nee Oru Kadhal Sangeetham and Andhi Mazhai Megam.

About the Film

Nayagan was released on 21 October 1987 and stars Kamal Haasan, Saranya and Karthika, with supporting performances from Janagaraj and others. Directed by Mani Ratnam, the film follows the life of Velu Nayakan, a young boy who grows up in Mumbai and eventually becomes a powerful figure within the Dharavi community.

The film is regarded as one of the landmark collaborations between Mani Ratnam and Ilaiyaraaja, with Ilaiyaraaja composing both the songs and the background score.

Music & Songs

The soundtrack contains 5 main songs, with lyrics by Pulamaipithan and Ilaiyaraaja. The songs feature Ilaiyaraaja, Kamal Haasan, Mano, K. S. Chithra, K. Jamuna Rani, M. S. Rajeswari, T. L. Maharajan and P. Susheela.

Songs

1. Naan Sirithal Deepavali – K. Jamuna Rani, M. S. Rajeswari & Chorus – Lyrics: Pulamaipithan

2. Nila Adhu Vanathumele – Ilaiyaraaja & Chorus – Lyrics: Ilaiyaraaja

3. Andhi Mazhai Megam – T. L. Maharajan, P. Susheela & Chorus – Lyrics: Pulamaipithan

4. Nee Oru Kadhal Sangeetham – Mano & K. S. Chithra – Lyrics: Pulamaipithan

5. Thenpandi Cheemayile – Ilaiyaraaja & Kamal Haasan – Lyrics: Pulamaipithan

For the Collector

The Nayagan vinyl record is a prized addition to collections of Ilaiyaraaja Tamil vinyl records, Kamal Haasan movie vinyl records, Mani Ratnam film soundtracks and vintage Tamil LP records.

The original Echo Records LP is catalogued as 8000 674. The surviving LP listing records six physical LP entries because Nee Oru Kadhal Sangeetham appears on both sides, while the soundtrack itself contains five distinct songs.

Whether you are collecting Kamal Haasan vinyl records, Ilaiyaraaja LPs, or classic Tamil film soundtracks, Nayagan is an important album from the golden era of Tamil cinema music.

Important Specifications

A Few Quick Facts

1. Who composed the music for Nayagan?
   Ilaiyaraaja.

2. When was Nayagan released?
   21 October 1987.

3. Who directed Nayagan?
   Mani Ratnam.

4. Who played Velu Nayakan?
   Kamal Haasan.

5. How many main songs are on the soundtrack?
   Five songs.

6. Which record label released the original LP?
   Echo Records.

7. What is the original LP catalogue number?
   8000 674.