Chakyar koothu

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Chakyar Koothu (pronounced [tʃaːkjaːr kuːt̪ːɨ̆] ) is a performance art from the Indian state of Kerala. It is primarily a type of monologue where the performer narrates episodes from Hindu epics (such as the Ramayana and the Mahabharata) as well as Puranas. Sometimes, however, it is also a traditional equivalent of a modern stand-up comedy performance, including commentary on current sociopolitical events (as well as personal comments directed at audience members).

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