Kathakali

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. It is native to the Malayalam-speaking southwestern region of Kerala and is almost entirely practiced by Malayali people.

Kathakali
Native nameകഥകളി
GenreIndian classical dance
Originsouthwestern India
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