This is a ritual offering usually performed to get rid of the troubles caused evil - spirits in Kerala. Here a number of characters, with hideous make-up and flat big head - gears dance to the accompaniment of primitive percussion instruments. The costumer of the dancers are highly decorative and rich in colour and brilliance. There is no accompanying song.
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