The absolutely haunting melodies of Kooda varuviya and Oli tharum sooriyan are mesmerizing; an impeccable combination of smooth interludes and a tune to die for. Rekka katti parakkudhu is the uber-kuthu that is pitch perfect while Thendralum marudhu and Poo sirikkudhu offer a reasonable mix of the composer’s exasperating synth and amiable tunes. The composer’s own aging vocals keep Achadicha kaasa and Ennada paandi in good stead, the latter stands out for its unconventional flow and vocal style. Ilayaraja returns with a mixed bag in Valmiki; the better parts of the album amazingly outshine even his stupendous work in Azhagarmalai.
Keywords: Vaalmiki, Akhil, Ilayaraja