Chhau Dance Introduction Chhau dance is an eastern Indian tradition that enacts episodes from epics such as the Mahabharata and Ramayana, as well as local folklore and abstract themes. Its three distinct styles are derived from the regions of Seraikella, Purulia, and Mayurbhanj, with the first two employing masks. Chhau dance is closely associated with […]

Lavani Dance Introduction The word Lavani is derived from the Sanskrit word Lavanya, which means “beauty.” This form is a combination of dance and music that deals with a wide range of topics such as society, religion, politics, romance, and so on. Attractive women dressed in nine-yard saris typically perform the dance to the entrancing […]

Bhangra Dance Introduction Bhangra dance is an energetic folk dance and music form from Punjab, India. Bhangra is an amalgamation of various folk dances from all over Punjab, many of which can be traced back to before the term Bhangra was coined in the late 1800s. Sammi, Jhummar, Luddi, Giddha, Dhamaal, Sialkot, and many other […]

Giddha Dance Introduction Giddha Dance is a popular Punjabi folk dance performed solely by women. This dance is the female counterpart to the Bhangra and has the same high-spirited revelry tempo. Gidha is performed at festive or social occasions, particularly during harvest sowing and reaping. Giddha differs from other forms of traditional Punjabi dance in […]

About Kalbelia Dance The Kalbelia dance, which is performed as a form of celebration, is an important part of Kalbelia culture. Their dances and songs are a source of pride and identity for the Kalbelias, and they represent this community of snake charmers’ creative adaptation to changing socioeconomic conditions and their own role in rural […]

About Ghoomar Dance Ghoomar is a Rajasthani folk dance that is both traditional and energetic. Ghoomar, also known as Ghumar, was invented by the Bhil tribe and later adopted by other Rajasthani communities. The Ghoomar dance is a women’s dance that is only performed by women at ladies’ gatherings. Ghoomar dance is performed by groups […]

Garba Dance Introduction Garba dance originated as a popular Gujarati folk dance. This dance form is associated with Shakti-Puja and is thought to have originated in the worship of the goddess Jagdamba. It is performed by ladies in a circular form on the nine nights of the Navaratri festival, Sharad Purnima, Vasant Panchami, Holi, and […]