Sports and Entertainment art forms in Kerala

The main sports and entertainment arts of Kerala are Kakkarissi Natakam, Porattu Natakam, Chavittunatakam, Paniyarkali, Vadithallu, Mangalamkali etc.

Kakkarissi Natakam

Kakkarissi Natakam is a comedy drama written and performed by other communities based on the life of the Kakkala community. The Kakkalas are a nomadic community in Kerala. In Malabar, they are known as 'Kakka Kuravan' and 'Kakkala Kuravan'. Kakkarissi drama was very popular in Central Travancore. Kakkarissi drama is an entertaining rural drama in Thiruvananthapuram district.

Porattu Natakam

Porattu Natakam is a popular rural drama in Palakkad district. It is an entertaining drama performed in the fields after harvesting during the months of Makaram to Edavam. The Porattu Natakam has humorous dialogues, lively dance, and interesting songs.

Chavittunatakam

Chavittunatakam is a drama that emphasizes the act of stepping. This art form originated among Christians in the coastal areas from Chavakkad to Kollam. It is believed that this art form flourished during the Portuguese rule.

Paniyar Kali

Paniyar Kali is a form of entertainment among the tribal communities of Malabar. 

Vaditallu

Vaditallu is a popular form of entertainment in central Kerala.

Mangalamkali

Mangalamkali is a popular entertainment art form in North Malabar. It is a distinctive art form seen during wedding ceremonies. 

Kolkali 

Kolkkali is a popular art form among Muslims. It is an entertainment program performed with sticks to the tune of Mappila songs.