Kolathappan
Kolathappan is a term that can refer to a traditional ritualistic performance or a deity in certain South Indian folk traditions, particularly in Kerala. As a ritual, Kolathappan often involves elaborate costumes, masks, and energetic dance movements, accompanied by traditional music and chanting. These performances are typically held during festivals and religious ceremonies, serving to appease deities, ward off evil spirits, and celebrate auspicious occasions. The narratives often depicted in Kolathappan performances are derived from local legends, epics, and Puranic stories, highlighting heroic deeds and moral lessons.
The deity known as Kolathappan is sometimes associated with local guardian spirits or village deities. Worship