Artforms of Kerala

In the heart of Kerala, art is not just seen—it is lived. As the sun sets behind the coconut groves, the rhythm of the chenda drum awakens ancient stories. A figure with painted face and elaborate costume steps into the light—Kathakali begins, narrating epics with every gesture. In another corner, the gentle sway of Mohiniyattam flows like a river, graceful and poetic. Deep in the northern villages, fire, color, and spirit erupt through the fierce performance of Theyyam, where gods are believed to descend and dance among men. These are not just performances—they are echoes of devotion, history, and the timeless heartbeat of Kerala.