When Kuvempu poems became movie songs

Kuvempu (1904-1994) is one of the most widely sung Kannada poets of the 20th century, and continues to be a favourite among singers today.

His Jaya Bharata jananiya tanujate is the state anthem, and he is known for his rousing songs about the Kannada language and land.

Kuvempu also wrote delicate love poems, some of which were adapted into films.

His lyrics constitute concert standards for sugama sangeeta (bhavageete) singers, who perform them on stage with the poetry of other masters.

On December 29, his birth anniversary, DH Digital is proud to present this playlist of 10 Kuvempu songs featured in films.

1. Kannadadha Kuladevi

 
2. Doni Saagali Munde Hogali

 
3. Uluva yogiya nodalli

4. Naane Veene Neene Tanti

 
5. Yaava Janmada Maitri

 
6. Elladaru Iru Entaadaru Iru (Sung by Dr. Rajkumar)

 
7. Teredide Mane

 
8. Baarisu Kannada Dindimava

 
9. O Nanna Chethana

 
10. Jaya Bharata Jananiya

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