Torn from worship and reduced to spectacle, temple dance lost its sanctity to colonialism, reform, and exploitation.

Puthandu, the Tamil New Year, marks the beginning of the Chithirai month in the Tamil calendar with a burst of joy, tradition ...

Despite studying to become a doctor, this actress chose a creative path and pursued a career in acting. She made her debut in ...

The culmination of a three-month long training, the first Koothu group had a total of 24 artistes in the age group of seven ...

Her legacy is not just limited to the roles of poor mothers and sisters; Sukumari's name is most fondly remembered for her ...

Andal, a mystic poet in Tamil Nadu wrote 173 verses. The first 30 — revolving around family life, children, timely rains, ...