Padayani, also known Padeni (from the Malayalam word for military formations), is a traditional folk dance and a ritual art [1] from the central portion of the Indian state of Kerala. A ceremonial dance involving masks, it is an ancient ritual performed in Bhagavati temples. [ 2 ]

Padayani is a ritual theatre art form related to the Goddess temples in the Central Travancore regions of Kerala. Performed at night in the temple premises, the rituals of Padayani are a symbolic act for pleasing the Goddess Bhadrakali whose fury remains unabated even after her victory over the mythical demon, Darikan.

Padayani is the annual ritualistic festival celebrated in Bhadrakali temples of Central travancore zone with due dedications.

Padayani is a spectacular folk dance and ritual art that captures the essence of Kerala's cultural heritage. It combines mythology, music, and vibrant costumes in a performance that leaves audiences mesmerized. This dance originates from the Bhadrakali temples of central Kerala and is deeply rooted in Hindu mythology.

As the night winds blow, a splash of feral colours and daunting masks that wiggle to mysterious rhythms create a blazing spectacle that is unique to Padayani. It is a spectacular amalgam of music, dance, painting, theatre and satire that takes its spectators into a whole new world.

Patayani is a week- long ritual dance, held in Kaali temples on the banks of the Pamba river during the Malayalam months of Meenam and Medam (March - April). Kadammanitta, Kadalimangalam and Othara in Pathanamthitta district are famous for …

Nov 20, 2024 · Padayani, also called Padeni, (from the word for military formations) is a traditional folk dance and a ritual art from the central portion of the Indian state of Kerala. A ceremonial dance involving masks, it is an ancient ritual performed in Bhagavati temples.

Nov 11, 2018 · Padayani - temple ritual from Kerala to pacify Bhagwathi or Bhadrakali after she has killed the Asura Daruka involving all 64 art forms.

Padayani is a traditional folk dance and a ritual art prevalent in the central part of Kerala. It is an ancient ritual and ceremonial dance performed in Goddess Bhadrakali temples across Kerala. Before the advent of Brahmanism, Padayani is considered …

Padayani is a ritual art form performed at Bhadrakali temples located on the banks of river Pampa. According to mythology, this ritualistic dance commemorates the dance performed by Lord Shiva and the other Gods to appease Goddess Durga, whose anger could not be quenched even after annihilating the demon, Darika.