Oppana
Oppana is a performing art popular among the Muslim community in Kerala. It is performed, by women including the musicians during wedding ceremonies to the accompaniment of Mappila Pattu (traditional folk song).
The bride dressed in all trimmings, covered with gold embellishments and her palms and feet decorated with henna, sits amidst the circle of dancers while the dancers sing and clap their hands rhythmically and move around the bride in perfect coordination.
Where to Watch
There are several Oppana groups in Malabar, one such is:
Yuvasahiti Samajam, Kozhikode
Thiruvonamahotsavam at Thrikkakkara Vamana Moorthy Temple
The temple is considered the epicentre of Onam celebrations across Kerala.
Feast of Vallarpadathamma
Annually the church witnesses the participation of a large number of people from around the globe.
Malayattoor Perunnal
Thousands of devotees immersed in prayers carrying wooden crosses of different sizes and ambling up a hill; a whole village getting decked up and readying itself to welcome these pilgrims.
Aranmula Thiruvonathoni
Once a year, the River Pamba gets enlivened as an elaborately decorated snake boat glides across its placid waters bearing the provisions for a grand feast
Triprayar Pooram Purappadu & Uthram Vilakku
Pooram Purappadu, Uthram Vilakku and Vrischika Ekadasi are the popular festivals
Vrischikam Festival at Sree Poornathrayeesa Temple
Discover the thrills & chills of festivities here!
Oppana - the traditional wedding dance of Muslims
You just have witnessed a popular traditional art form prevalent among the Muslim community of Kerala called ‘Oppana’. Scores of art forms can be experienced from the God’s own Country and among them, oppana owns a renowned position. This stunningly unique artform reflects the cultural life of Kerala in its most vibrant fashion.
Oppana, Popular Muslim art form, Kasaragod, Kerala, India
Oppana is a popular form of entertainment among the mappila community of north Kerala. Presented generally by the women, as part of the nuptial ceremony, it is full of song and dance.
