POOTHANUM THIRAYUM

Poothanam Thirayum is yet another ritual art performed in Kaali temples aimed at propitiation. This ritual is widely performed in south Malabar as part of annual festivals.

A troupe consisting of Kaali and the accompanying spirits (more than two) perform the art. The theme is killing of demon Darika by Kaali.

Kaali is specially costumed with mask, whereas the spirits are with wooden crowns in addition to special costumes.

The troupe visits each house in the company of traditional folk art musicians to receive gifts in cash or kind before performing in the temple.