Suratha
Suratha was a Tamil poet, known for his similes. He was called "Uvamai Kavignar".Early life
Suratha was born in Thanjavur as T. Rajagopal on 23 November 1921. He derived his pen name from Subburathinathasan.Literary works
Saavin Mutham and Thenmazhai were among his notable works. He also ran a weekly Kaavyam, entirely dedicated to poetry.
He was a lyricist and a dialogue writer for more than 100 Tamil films and memorable songs such as ‘Amuthum thenum ethatku’.Filmography
- Amarakavi
As Lyricist
- Amarakavi
- En Thangai
- Anbu
- Genova
- Ammaiyappan
- Kathanayaki
- Pudhu Vazhvu
- Boologa Rambai
- Nadodi Mannan
- Thai Pirandhal Vazhi Pirakkum
- Thirumanam
- Abalai Anjugam
- Nalla Theerpu
- Thalai Koduthaan Thambi
- Aadi Perukku
- Naanal
- Neerkumizhi
- Major Chandrakanth
- Marakka Mudiyumaa?
- Netru Indru Naalai
Awards
He received the Kalaimamani award in 1972 and the Bharatidasan award in 1990.
