Vaadivasal Anthem by Naresh Iyer, Diwakar

Vaadivasal Anthem works because it does not try to do too much — it finds one feeling and holds it perfectly. Melvin Vishwa built the instrumental foundation carefully here — every element earns its place in the mix.

The voice of Naresh Iyer, Diwakar carries Vaadivasal Anthem effortlessly, which is the highest compliment a song can give its singer. On screen, a talented ensemble cast bring the emotional world of the song to life in a way that enhances rather than competes with the music.

By the end of 2020, Vaadivasal Anthem had moved well beyond its original audience and into everyday playlists. Listeners have described the experience of Vaadivasal Anthem differently — romantic, melancholic, uplifting — which suggests the song is large enough to hold many truths.

In 5:00 minutes, Vaadivasal Anthem builds, opens up, and resolves in a way that feels complete rather than truncated. The song continues to find new listeners, which is the surest sign that it was made with something genuine at its core.