Bhavai
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A balancing dance in which a performer dances with a tall stack of earthen or brass pots on her head, sometimes on a sword edge or glass.
FolkWhere: RajasthanOccasion: Festivals, fairs and stage performances
| Performed by | Traditionally women of communities such as the Jat, Meena, Bhil and Kumhar; men also perform |
|---|---|
| Costume | Bright ghaghra, choli and odhni |
| Music and instruments | Male singers with pakhawaj, dholak, jhanjhar, sarangi and harmonium |
How it is performed
- The dancer places a stack of seven to nine pots on her head.
- She dances with steady, swaying steps while keeping the stack balanced.
- She then steps onto the rim of a brass plate, the edge of a sword or broken glass.
- The music and the pace build up as the feat becomes harder.
Significance
Bhavai shows great skill and balance and is one of the most popular dances at Rajasthani fairs and cultural shows.