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is a traditional, ritualistic dance form performed by men in Bhadrakali temples, primarily during the nine-day Pooram festival in the Malayalam month of Meenam (March-April). It is often performed around a large, multi-tiered brass lamp known as a Nilavilakku .

In the remote Kavu (sacred groves) of Kannur, a specific clan of Kolams (ritual performers) allows a backstage pass. Starting at midnight, you witness the Vellattam (preliminary dance) followed by the three-hour face-painting ritual. The priest uses natural pigments: Manayola (yellow from cow urine and turmeric), Kavi (red laterite mud), and charcoal. kerala poorikal exclusive

Small "Hotel" eateries across Alleppey and Ernakulam serve it with a very traditional Kizhangu curry. is a traditional, ritualistic dance form performed by