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Irayimman Thampi
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Poet and composer of the Travancore court, known for lullabies and classical song texts.
Irayimman Thampi was a major poet-composer of the Travancore royal court. His Malayalam and Sanskrit compositions — including beloved lullabies and dance-drama lyrics — enriched Kerala’s musical and literary life in the courtly classical tradition.
At a glance
Era
18th–19th century
Known for
Court poetry and musical compositions
Association
Travancore court
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