Ottamthullal

The most popular folk art presented in Kerala temples and public places.

It was created by Kunchan Nambiar, as an alternative to the Chakyar koothuOttamthullal is very satirical touch. Ottamthullal performing artist has the freedom to improvise and incorporate humour. For Ottamthullal, the instruments used are Madhalam, Kuzhithalam(a type of cymbal)

It has a mostly single actor, attractive make-up of characters, elaborate costumes and detailed gestures and and reciting the lyrics of Thullal songs.
The performing artist of Thullal acting and dancing himself simultaneously. Ottamthullal is of three types. That is Parayanthullal, Ottanthullal and Seetankanthullal, the three had minor changes in its dress and style they were derived from the performances observed by castes like "Kanian, Pulaya and Paraya" respectively.