Pung Cholom

It gets its inspiration from nature and seasons.It consists of animal movements like that of a peacock,tiger,elephant,snake,etc.The rhythmic chants consists of chants which are inspired from thunder storms and rain sounds.Also,the vocal sound used here are high pitched,which is very characteristic to Manipuri dance.The costume used here are very divine and gorgeous.It presents dancers playing percussion instruments and metallic instruments while dancing simultaneously.This is again very charactiristic of Manipuri dance and probably has some links with the Japanese percussion- Taiko Drumming.

Manipuri Dance

It is a dance tradition that recreates the life and deeds of Shri Krishna and Shri Radha. The Radha-Krishna legend represents a symbol of male(Tandava) and female(Lasya) forces in nature.Their union and creation are important for life on earth to continue.The dancers in the raas lila wear elaborate costumes.It is a story of the eternal love between Krishna and Radha. Several singers and drummers play in the raas.It is a dramatic,expressive and modern form of Manipuri dance.

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