Kathakali originated from a precursor dance-drama form called Ramanattom and owes it share of techniques also to Krishnattom. The word "attam" means enactment. In short, these two fore running forms to Kathakali dealt with presentation of the stories of Hindu gods Rama and krishna
Kottarakkara complement Krishnanattam,. Kottarakara Thampuran is known as the father of Kathakali. which had its origin under the Zamorins of Kozhikode
Kathakali is a complete art form, and more efforts should be taken to promoted it. Adoor Gopalakrishnan, film maker inaugurated the five day Kathakali festival, organised by Pathanamthitta District Kathakali club as part of its 15th anniversary celebration at Cherukolpuzha.
Mr Gopalakrishnan presented this years Natyabharati Award to Margi Vijayakumar, Kathakali artiste,on the occasion. The award comprises Rs 10,000 and a citationProf.John Kurakar
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