Saturday, September 10, 2011

The Khayali dance:

The khyali dance of western Nepal is a singing competition between a man and woman. This jovial contest is no joking matter for some; in traditional performances, if the boy wins, he can claim the girl as his wife. Viewers can see by the degree of enthusiasm the female puts into the performance exactly what she thinks of the idea.
Indra Apsara (Nymph) Dance
In Veda, Indra is a divine supreme Hero of the Universe, king of Gods, who dances with Nymphs in the Heaven. This event as a memory for the local people of Thimi (Madhyapur) as if dead family members are watching this performance in the Heaven. The dresses of the dancers are, however, influenced by customs of Rana Minister's period. This Dance is in medieval style.

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