Theyyam - The Other God

• Photographer
  Arun R Hegden
• Agency / Studio
  Freelancer

Theyyam are Hindu ritualistic dance forms practiced in northern Kerala and some parts of Karnataka in India. There are 400+ varieties of theyyam and there would be a performer/ group of performers who wear extensive make up, head gear, fire torches around their body, colorful attire usually a mix of red, yellow, black, and dance according to the rhythm of cymbals and drums. Shot this from Karim Gulikan Theyyam performance in Kerala in March 2023.