Mappillai stars Hansika Motwani opposite Dhanush and also has Manisha Koirala playing his haughty mother-in-law. It is directed by Suraj and is a remake of Rajinikanth's 1989 film of the same name. Comedian Vivek will tickle our funny bones and Asish Vidyarthi, 'Kadhal' Dhandapani will play prominent roles. Knowing the genre, music by Mani Sharma won’t have much role of play except for glorifying the hero's image.

Aaru Padai…
Vocals: Vijay Yesudas, Mukesh;
Lyrics: Viveka

Lyrics of this song seem to re-emphasize on the fact that Dhanush is god fearing. Sung by a soft voiced Vijay Yesudas on the praise of Lord Muruga, this should give a colourful, superstar like intro for the hero. Apart from this, it is just the usual Nadaswaram and Thavil that we hear.

Love Love…
Vocals: Rahul, Rita;
Lyrics: Snehan

Mani Sharma’s trademark beats heard throughout.  Rahul and Rita’s energetic singing will give scope for great dancing from the lead pair. Such songs have become a rage before and this might follow suit.

Onnu Rendu…
Vocals: Mukesh, Saindavi;
Lyrics: Pa. Vijay

Two things about this song- dappankuthu and Saindavi! The heavy usage of instruments almost camouflages the singing. Foot tapping to an extent, the song’s fate depends on its visuals.

Ennoda Rasi…
Vocals: Ranjith & Chorus;
Lyrics: Gangai Amaran

Filled with painfully familiar music once again, this ends up being a tasteless cocktail of percussion beats, nadaswaram strains and Ranjith’s voice. Mani Sharma has failed to give variety.

Ready Readya…
Vocals: Ranjith, Saindavi;
Lyrics: Snehan

We have heard this before haven’t we? Well, that’s how usual this song sounds. With soft keyboard tunes and peppy beats it bears resemblance to ‘Namma Kaatula’ from the movie Pattiyal. Should be a hit, for the song is foot tapping but definitely not novel.

Ready Readya (Remix)...
Vocals: Ranjith & Chorus;
Lyics: Snehan

This is a slightly faster version of original song and that’s about it. Few western beats are thrown in here and there and the use of chorus works in favour.

Mapillai Theme Song
Vocals: Ranjith & Chorus

Has less of singing and more of instruments. This will be popular for the lyrics that nuance Dhanush’s mass image and that’s it.

Verdict: An average album whose success depends heavily on the visuals.