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Kuchipudi dancers traditionally performed on brass plates balancing a pot on their head.
Kuchipudi dancers traditionally performed on brass plates balancing a pot on their head.
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Kuchipudi originated in a small village named Kuchipudi in Andhra Pradesh — blending drama and dance since the 10th century.
One of Kuchipudi’s iconic acts features a dancer performing intricate steps on a brass plate — while balancing a pot on the head!
Deeply rooted in Vaishnavism, Kuchipudi tells stories of Krishna and Rama with expressive acting and graceful movement.
Kuchipudi was once performed only by male Brahmin troupes. Today, it is practiced worldwide by dancers of all genders.
The 20th-century revival of Kuchipudi was led by Vedantam Lakshminarayana and others — helping it gain classical status across India.
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