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The art of make-up, originally uploaded by Jyothi Vaidyanathan.

Kathakali artists getting ready for their performance.

Kathakali is a highly stylised classical Indian dance-drama noted for its attractive make-up of characters, their elaborate costumes, detailed gestures and well-defined body movements presented in tune with the anchor playback music and complementary percussion. It originated in the country's southern state of Kerala during the 16th century AD, approximately between 1555 and 1605, and has been updated over the years with improved looks, refined gestures and added themes besides more ornate singing and precise drumming
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Rugmangada Charitam organized by Ernakulam Kathakali Club.
Cochin, Kerala