Nishagandhi Festival 2015
Photos @ Methil Devika's Mohiniyattam
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In the heart of Thiruvananthapuram, Nishagandhi blooms again. Spreading the fragrance of art in God's Own Country. Starting January 20th, the magic of Nishagandhi Festival will enthral the masses with the vibrant aura of divine music and dance. The cool balmy air of Kanakakkunnu will have a different story to tell on those nights. So come and be part of the grand celebration that will remain in your memory for quite a while.
Mohiniyattam is a dance form said to have originated in Kerala. It is closely related to Bharathanatyam of Tamil Nadu, which was originally called 'Dasiyattam'. Originated as the temple dance performed by Devadasis, it portrays feminine love in its myriad forms - carnal, devotional and maternal- with accent more on Lasya and Bhava. In the main items Cholkettu, Padavarnam and Padam, Mudras and facial expressions are more important than the rhythmic steps. Costumes and ornaments of Mohiniyattam have much in common with female characters of Koodiyattam and Kathakali.
Methil Devika is a passionate dancer. She has submitted PhD thesis
to Bharathidasan University, Tamil Nadu, 2013. She worked as lecturer in
the Department of Post-graduate Studies
(Mohiniyattam/Kathakali/Koodiyattam) and at the Research Department,
Kerala Kalamandalam Deemed University, Kerala.
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