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Kuchipudi (తెలుగు : కూచిపూడి) (pronounced as 'Koochipoodi') is a Classical Indian dance form from Andhra pradesh, India. It is also popular all over South India.

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What is the difference between kuchipudi and bharatnatyam?

There are many differences....but some are: Kuchipudi has lip movement, while bharatanatyam does not....Bharatanatyam is known for its stiff posture, whereas kuchipudi is more fluid movement. Their costumes are different too.


Where did kuchipudi originated?

Kuchipudi originated from Kuchelapuram (Kuchipudi), Andhra Pradesh. It originated from the male brahmins of the Bhakthi Movement during the 15th century. Kuchipudi has its first roots from the Bhagavata Mela. Other male brahmins moved to Melattur and named themselves "Melattur Bhagavata Mela" an claims to be the original Bhagavata Mela. The Melattur B.M. uses Bharatanatyam as their medium of dance. Kuchipudi before was a dance theatre, with only men doing all the characters. Solo dancing or solokattu was introduced by Vedantam Laxminarayana during its revival period, when the British propagated the prohibitation of dance. Then when the British left, Kuchipudi masters Vempati Satyam, Vendatam Satyanarayana Sharma and other masters collaborated and revived the dance tradition. Kuchipudi then flourished all over India and became famous. Kuchipudi is one of the 7 major Indian Classical Dance forms. Kuchipudi is a very round and complex dance. Kuchipudi has also tiptoe movements and other nritta-based dance movements that are distinct from other Indian dance forms. Today, Kuchipudi flourishes all over the world and continues to relive and revive its legacy and traditions.


Who is the famous country in kuchipudi?

Andhra Pradesh, India


Which state follow Kuchipudi dance?

kuchipudi is traditional dance form of andhra pradesh.. it is not that only Telugu people learn it.. it is widely learnt in all the southern states of India..


Who invented kuchipudi?

Kuchipudi was invented/choreographed by Siddhendra Yogi. It was choreod during the rise of the Bhakti movement during the 15th century. Kuchipudi before was used by the male brahmins as a medium of worship to the Gods or to simply entertain a crowd of village people. One of the first and famous choreographies of Siddhendhra Yogi is the Bhamakalapam, the story of Satyabhama, the fierce queen of Lord Krishna.

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What is a hand form used in Kuchipudi?

Kuchipudi uses the 24 basic hand mudras like of Bharatanatyam also.


What is the difference between kuchipudi and bharatnatyam?

There are many differences....but some are: Kuchipudi has lip movement, while bharatanatyam does not....Bharatanatyam is known for its stiff posture, whereas kuchipudi is more fluid movement. Their costumes are different too.


Which is the classical dance of AP?

kuchipudi


What is the andra state dance?

kuchipudi


Where did kuchipudi originated?

Kuchipudi originated from Kuchelapuram (Kuchipudi), Andhra Pradesh. It originated from the male brahmins of the Bhakthi Movement during the 15th century. Kuchipudi has its first roots from the Bhagavata Mela. Other male brahmins moved to Melattur and named themselves "Melattur Bhagavata Mela" an claims to be the original Bhagavata Mela. The Melattur B.M. uses Bharatanatyam as their medium of dance. Kuchipudi before was a dance theatre, with only men doing all the characters. Solo dancing or solokattu was introduced by Vedantam Laxminarayana during its revival period, when the British propagated the prohibitation of dance. Then when the British left, Kuchipudi masters Vempati Satyam, Vendatam Satyanarayana Sharma and other masters collaborated and revived the dance tradition. Kuchipudi then flourished all over India and became famous. Kuchipudi is one of the 7 major Indian Classical Dance forms. Kuchipudi is a very round and complex dance. Kuchipudi has also tiptoe movements and other nritta-based dance movements that are distinct from other Indian dance forms. Today, Kuchipudi flourishes all over the world and continues to relive and revive its legacy and traditions.


Kuchipudi is the dance of which state in India?

tamilnadu


Where did kuchipudi dance originated?

Andhra pradesh


Who is the famous country in kuchipudi?

Andhra Pradesh, India


Which state follow Kuchipudi dance?

kuchipudi is traditional dance form of andhra pradesh.. it is not that only Telugu people learn it.. it is widely learnt in all the southern states of India..


Who invented kuchipudi?

Kuchipudi was invented/choreographed by Siddhendra Yogi. It was choreod during the rise of the Bhakti movement during the 15th century. Kuchipudi before was used by the male brahmins as a medium of worship to the Gods or to simply entertain a crowd of village people. One of the first and famous choreographies of Siddhendhra Yogi is the Bhamakalapam, the story of Satyabhama, the fierce queen of Lord Krishna.


What traditional forms of communication uses rasa tal laya and bhava?

Rasa tal laya and bhava are elements primarily used in Indian classical dance forms like Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi, and Odissi. These dances use intricate hand gestures, facial expressions, and body movements to convey emotions and stories. Rasa tal laya refers to the rhythm and timing in the performance, while bhava relates to the expression of emotions through the dancer's movements.


Which Indian dance form includes mythological episodes known as 'Sabdas'?

kuchipudi