The Mayurbhanj Chhau Festival took place between 13 – 15 March in Kandsore, celebrating the cultural heritage of Mayurbhanj. The event was a great success, bringing the community together, with thousands gathering to watch the performances! read more
He is a third-generation Mayurbhanj Chhau dancer, exponent and choreographer from Baripada, Odisha. Trained under renowned gurus of the Mayurbhanj Chhau tradition, he has extensively researched the basic and subsidiary techniques, evolution, rhythmic structures and melodies of the dance form. He has performed nationally and internationally and has created several choreographies for major festivals and […] read more
Budheswar Murla of Lampani is a respected Mayurbhanj Chhau practitioner trained under eminent gurus. A recipient of the Government of India’s scholarship for young cultural practitioners, he was later honoured as a Chhau Guru by the Mayurbhanj Chhau Nrutya Pratisthan, Baripada. Today, he travels extensively, training multiple Chhau troupes and nurturing young dancers through rigorous […] read more
This energetic folk pala in the Mayurbhanj Chhau form portrays the everyday life of fisherfolk, using expressive movements to imitate casting nets, rowing, and carrying baskets. Through lively rhythms, humour, and coordinated group action, it celebrates the joy, resilience, and close-knit spirit of communities sustained by rivers and water bodies. Group Name – JayMaa Debi […] read more
Rooted in folk life, this pala beautifully portrays the love and bond between the hunter Sabar and his consort Sabarini. Filled with earthy humour, rustic gestures, and tribal rhythms, it reflects the vibrancy and authenticity of everyday life in indigenous communities. Group Name – Narendra Chhau Nritya Pratishthan , Kandsore read more
Dhawaja Puja in Mayurbhanj Chhau is a festive ritual dance performed by men and women in synchrony, celebrating unity, joy, and tribal harmony. Accompanied by the lively beats of the Tuila, whose strong rhythmic sound drives movement and coordination, the dance reflects community bonding and collective celebration. Group Name – Bhanjabhumi Chhau Nritya Pratishthan , […] read more
