Manjin Thooval (from "Aviyal") by Chithra, Unni Menon

Released as part of Manjin Thooval (from "Aviyal"), Manjin Thooval (from "Aviyal") announced itself as a standout the moment it reached listeners. The production by Sarath is understated in the best way — supportive without overshadowing the vocal.

There are singers who perform songs and singers who live inside them. On Manjin Thooval (from "Aviyal"), Chithra, Unni Menon clearly belongs in the second group. Joju George, Anaswara Rajan, Athmeeya, Sirajudeen, Anjali Nair are at the heart of Manjin Thooval (from "Aviyal"), and Manjin Thooval (from "Aviyal") captures their dynamic at its most compelling.

By the end of 2026, Manjin Thooval (from "Aviyal") had moved well beyond its original audience and into everyday playlists. It is the kind of track that works at full volume with friends and equally well in a quiet room alone — the mood adjusts without the song changing.

At 4:20, the track does not overstay its welcome — it says what it needs to say and leaves the listener wanting more. The track stands as evidence that Chithra, Unni Menon and Sarath, working together, are capable of something well above the ordinary.