To understand the significance of Murali Puranattukara’s work, one must first appreciate the context of the Ramayana in Kerala. Historically, the Ramayana was popularized in the region through the Adhyatma Ramayanam Kilippattu by Thunchathu Ezhuthachan, considered the father of the Malayalam language. Written in a style that blends Sanskrit and Malayalam (Manipravalam), Ezhuthachan’s version is often recited in homes during the holy month of Karkkidakam.
During the Malayalam month of Karkidakam, it is customary to read the Ramayana daily. Many elderly people who cannot read fine print due to vision issues switch to Murali’s audio version. It turns the daily ritual (Karkidaka Kanji and Ramayana) into a sensory feast. ramayanam malayalam by murali puranattukara
Unlike actors or pop singers who dabble in devotional music, Murali is a trained and Vedic chant exponent. His background is steeped in the temple traditions of Kerala. Sopana Sangeetam, the style of singing traditionally performed on the steps (Sopanam) of temples in Kerala, relies heavily on deep, resonant notes and elongated vowel sounds that induce a trance-like state. During the Malayalam month of Karkidakam, it is
In the lush, rain-soaked landscape of Kerala, the story of Rama is not just an ancient epic—it is a living, breathing tradition. From the Kamba Ramayanam to the Adhyatma Ramayanam by Thunchaththu Ezhuthachan, Malayalis have always had a deep, personal connection with the story of Ayodhya. Unlike actors or pop singers who dabble in