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Dhimsa Dance
Dhimsa Dance is performed by the tribes in the eastern part of Andhra Pradesh, regions of Orissa and Madhya Pradesh.

Dhimsa Dance is among the Indian tribal dances. It is a dance form of the tribes in the eastern part of Andhra Pradesh, such as Araku Valley near Vizag. The dance is also practised in the tribal regions of Orissa and Madhya Pradesh. The dance is performed during festivals, weddings and also at the time of the "hunting festival" in April when men and women dance for hours. Furthermore, various critics traces the origin of Dhimsa to the Koraput area of Orissa

The dance is simple and encompasses unique rhythm. Dhimsa Dance presents an enthralling sight as because of the earthy colours of the tribal wear. The costume of the dancer focuses on the movement of the dancers without much emphasis on expression or a literary text. The attire is colourful; shades of red, yellow and green are worn and are called girijans attire themselves. The movements of the dance form are quite expressive. The feet and the hands by the group dominate the dance. An elemental rhythm and animated, quick steps with maneuvers are the distinctive features of the dance form.

Dhimsa Dance provides an impression to the onlookers of a collective performance that matters with each of them complementing the other and merging into a unifying whole. The dance is mainly performed by females and sometime male performers also join in. Duration of each dance remains approximately for 10 minutes. The dance is performed mostly by the farming folk of Andhra Pradesh. The Dhimas Dance of the Porja Caste was considered to be an exclusive Women`s Dance. The dance form is dedicated to the welfare of the domestic life. The men and women of the Porja caste perform the Dhimsa Dance with great feeling. It is considered a must for newly-wed because on this day the women pray for a peaceful and happy married life. The dance is performed by women around in unison holding their hands together at wrists.

(Last Updated on : 23/10/2009)
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