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English: Theyyam is one of the most beautiful traditional ritualistic forms of North Kerala. Kerala Theyyam is a product of the synthesis of analysis of ritual, vocal and instrumental music, dance, painting, sculpture, and also literature.

Originated in North Kerala, Theyyam is a famous ritual and art form which personifies legendary stories. Theyyam is the prominent ritual art form of the Kingdom of Cannanore aka Kolathunadu. Collaborating mime, dance, music, and dance, Theyyam unfolds the stories in the past and drags the spectators to a different world, unveiling the pasts and stories of ancient times. Theyyam is of different types and there are around 400 Theyyams, each defined with its own style, music, and choreography.

Theyyam dance incorporates dance and music with mime. Among the different varieties of Theyyams, the most famous ones are Raktha Chamundi, Muchilottu, Kari Chamundi, Bhagavathi, Gulikan, Wayanadu Kulaven, and Pottan.
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I am here for you - One person disguises himself as Theyam (God) and comforts another by holding him close.

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