kantara | invoking daity with bhoota kola

Bhuta refers to spirit, and Kola translates to a play or a performance in Tulu. During the annual celebration of Bhuta Kola, one person performs the ritual of invoking local spirits; the performer is believed to be possessed by a spirit and acts as a medium of communication between God and the worshippers. An aggressive performance, coupled with a fierce dance and rituals, promises prosperity to the community and an opportunity for worshippers to seek redressal for their grievances from the oracle. And the performance is no easy task; the performers have to undergo rigorous training and observe specific restrictive measures before they take centre stage

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