Tamil Cinema and Music Quiz

The line "DJ Lethal, bring it on" appears in Limp Bizkit's song "My Generation" from the album Chocolate Starfish. Nookie, Break Stuff, and Rollin' are other popular Limp Bizkit songs that don't contain this specific line.

Mohammed Rafi received a silver medal from Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru on India's first Independence Day anniversary (1948) for his patriotic singing. This was a significant early recognition in his career. Talat Mahmood, Suraiya, and K L Saigal were prominent singers but didn't receive this specific honor.

P. Susheela sang poet-lyricist Vaali's first song "Oorai Therinjukitten" in the 1963 film Karpagam. This launched Vaali's legendary career as a lyricist. S. Janaki, MS Viswanathan (composer), and TMS Soundararajan were not associated with this specific debut.

The song "Raja Raja Chozhan Naan" from the film Rettai Vaal Kuruvi was written by lyricist Mu. Meththa (Mu. Mehta). Vaali, Vairamuthu, and Ilayaraja (who is primarily a composer) did not pen this specific historical song about the Chola emperor.

S.A. Rajkumar made his debut as a music director with the film Chinna Poove Mella Pesu. Chandrabose is a different composer, Chirpi is unclear, and Sankar-Ganesh were established duo composers by then.

Yuvan Shankar Raja made a special appearance in the song sequence from the film Punnagai Poove. Aravindan, Poovellam Kettu Par, and Puthupettai are not associated with this cameo appearance.

Sankar Ganesh composed the music for Thaai Veedu, a Rajinikanth film from 1984. The composer duo Sankar-Ganesh were active and popular in Tamil cinema during the 1980s.

KJ Yesudas made his Tamil cinema debut as a playback singer in Pommalattam (1968). This marked the beginning of his legendary career spanning decades in Tamil film music.

Ithu Namma Aalu features music by K Bagyaraj. K Bagyaraj is known for multifaceted contributions to Tamil cinema including direction, writing, and occasional music composition.

Pa. Vijay received the National Film Award for Best Lyrics for Ovvoru Pookalume from Autograph (2004). The song's meaningful lyrics about the fragility and beauty of life resonated widely with audiences.

Ahathiyan (S. A. Rajkumar) wrote the lyrics for Kathal Kottai (1996). The film's songs, including the popular title track, are credited to his pen and contributed to the film's success.

Kannadhasan's final song was Poomalaiye Thol Serava from Moonram Pirai (1982). The legendary poet passed away in 1982, making this his last lyrical contribution to cinema.

Sivaji Ganesan sang Vaanam Thamil Penn Oruthi as a duet with C. S. Jayaraman. Sivaji Ganesan occasionally showcased his versatile talents by singing for his own films.

T. M. Soundararajan played the lead role in Arunagirinathar (1964). The legendary playback singer portrayed the 15th-century poet-saint, drawing on his devotional singing expertise for the performance.