Dances Archives • Maverickbird

Kalaripayattu, a photo story

I discovered Kalaripayattu in Kumily in Kerala. The small spice trading town, surrounded by tea gardens, seemed like the perfect […]

Europe is not only renowned for its stunning landscapes, historical landmarks, and diverse cuisine, but also for its vibrant entertainment […]

August 23, 2023

I heard the strains of music accompanying Tanoura dance even before I saw the show. It was while walking down […]

October 25, 2022

Gotipua had been a treat for my cultural senses. Rhythmic, seriously acrobatic and exotic in a most quintessential Indian way, […]

March 17, 2021

I had never heard of Gotipua before my last Odisha trip and it is sad, since the heritage dance had […]

March 16, 2021

Kerala is all about vibrancy, vigour and life. You may think it is because of the amount of happy sunshine […]

February 19, 2021

Among all the stunning South Indian states, I prefer Kerala and the main reason is the earthy magnitude of their […]

January 12, 2021

I like to believe in the fairy tale, moonlight rendezvous, and happily ever afters. Call it being a starstruck child […]

April 24, 2018

Whenever I close my eyes and think of Purulia, all I see are undulating fields, soft rolling hills, verdant forests, […]

February 12, 2018