Mudras (body gestures) and facial make-up are important features of this dance. It was evolved in Kerala from the courts of the Kings where it used to be performed for entertainment. Kathakali, a dramatic dance form involving masks and intense expressions, is the finest of all dances. Its techniques are also based on the philosophy of Natyashastra- ' Angikam Bhuvanam Yasya' (The body is your world).
It symbolizes the celebration of the eternal universe through the celebration of the beauty of the body. Initially performed by Devdasis or ' maids of God' in the temples, it is the oldest classical dance form. In this text, he has mentioned all the techniques to be used in the elaborate dance forms like Koodiyattam, Bharatnatyam, Kuchipudi, Kathakali, Theyyam, Ottamthullal, Oppana, Kerala Natanam, Mohiniyattam and Yakshagana, which are quite popular in south India.īharatnatyam, originated from Tamil Nadu is one of the most famous dance forms in India.
Great sage Bharat Muni has written ' Natya Sastra', which has one of the best collections of dance forms in the world. But these also follow a particular set of rules, which can vary from one dance form to another. These folk art/dance forms are less complex in their performing techniques in comparison to the classical ones. They generally as entertainment options, particularly for those who live in the rural areas. Most of the dance forms in south India are folk based.
South Indian music and dance forms are known for their great contribution in developing some unique and beautiful classical art forms in the country. And when it comes to the south Indian belt, this region has always played a vital role in making the Indian culture rich with its various dance and music forms. One can find a rich and varied collection of folk dances here. India is the land of colours, celebrations, music, dance and festivities.
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