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    "Theyyam" dancing God's of Kerala, India Theyyam is a popular Hindu ritual form of worship of North Malabar, Kerala, India. Thousands of years old traditions, rituals and customs evolved into its present form. Shooting Theyyam was a life changing experience for me.

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    Final staging: The performer at the last leg of his performance here. The act of dancing and walking around with more than 50 kilogram costume for three hours takes a superhuman effort. In a way he is acting like a God! Views[513] Drummers seeking the perfect rhythm: Music is an integral part of Theyyam as it upholds the spirit of the entire event. Views[268] Contemplation: A Performer waits in anticipation after his first round of makeup. Becoming a Theyyam performer is physically and mentally challenging. Views[440] Painting the colors of god : Artists painting makeup on the performers using traditional techniques and design. Views[1236] God and Communism: Kannur, Kerala, India: Theyyam performers returning after cock-sacrifice. The juxtaposition of traditional Hindu ritual and the communist banner in the background reflects the current political scenario in Kannur, Kerala. Even to the present day Kannur district is a strong hold of communist party in Kerala. Views[2163]
     

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