Mayur Morani DanceSince a little child, I have learnt to appreciate the folk dance and music, which is very own to out Motherland. So, I was overwhelmed to accept the invitation of being a part of the Loktarang Festival, at the beginning of this year. As a part of Republic Day Celebrations, it is one of the popular Indian cultural festivals, which showcases the creative talent of the Indians. Though I liked all the performances, it was Mayur Morani dance of Rajasthan that compelled me to tap my feet with the tunes of the music.
It seems that folk dance and music is deep rooted in the culture of Rajasthan, without which the existence of the state is at stake. The music is in the air of this Indian state. You can get an idea of the culture of Rajasthan simply by browsing the images of Pictures India.
I have never seen a colorful peacock, dance with joy, during the monsoons. But, as soon as the performers of Mayur Morani Dance took the centre stage, it seemed as if a number of peacocks are dancing with joy, in order to welcome the rain. Dressed in bright blue costume and with the peacock feathers attached to their back, they left no stone unturned to resemble a peacock. Not only their attire, the postures of Mayur Morani Dance was simply splendid – I have rarely seen such a graceful dance before.
While watching the dance, I felt a resemblance with Lord Krishna and Radha. Through this dance, the dancers imitate the love in between these two eternal mythological characters. Lord Krishna in order to please his alleged beloved Radha, disguises himself as a peacock and dances in front of Radha. It is indeed a spectacular dance performance, which is surely one of the memorable dance performances, I have ever watched.
