Kathakali
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Kathakali (IAST: Kathakaḷi Malayalam: കഥകളി pronunciationⓘ) is a traditional form of classical Indian dance, and one of the most complex forms of Indian theatre. It is a "story play" genre of art, but one distinguished by the elaborately colourful make-up and costumes of the traditional male actor-dancers.[1][2][note 1] It is native to the Malayalam-speaking southwestern region of Kerala and is almost entirely practiced by Malayali people.[1][2][4]
Not to be confused with Kathak.
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Native name | കഥകളി |
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Genre | Indian classical dance |
Origin | southwestern India |
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