Ninam

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Nakrathundi, is a female demon in 'NarakasuraVadham' Kathakali. Jayanthan, son of Indran disfigures her by cutting her nose and breasts. In this scene, she comes to see Narakasuran with her body soaked in blood, flowing from her nose and breasts. This scene is mentioned in Kathakali as 'Ninam' which means blood.

 

Performer: Kalamandalam Pradeep as Nakrathundi (Ninam)

Venue: Natya Thrithaya organized by Kunchu Nair Memorial Trust, Karalmanna.

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