What is the origin of Kathakali? Is it considered a folk dance in India?
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Kerala is the origin of kathakali, Kathakali is not a folk dance its considered as one of major forms of indian classical dance
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Kathakali originated in the 17th century in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It is a classical dance-drama known for its elaborate costumes, dramatic makeup, and expressive gestures. Kathakali is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, especially the epics Mahabharata and Ramayana. It is not considered...
read more Kathakali originated in the 17th century in the southern Indian state of Kerala. It is a classical dance-drama known for its elaborate costumes, dramatic makeup, and expressive gestures. Kathakali is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology, especially the epics Mahabharata and Ramayana. It is not considered a folk dance but rather one of the eight officially recognized classical dance forms of India. While it incorporates folk elements in presentation, it is highly stylized and structured, placing it firmly in the classical tradition. read less
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