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A Muslim bridal group dance performed the day before the wedding day of the person.

Maidens and young female relatives sing and dance around the bride, clapping their hands.

The songs of Mappilappattu, are first sung by the leader and are repeated by the chorus.

The themes are often teasing comments and innuendoes about the bride's anticipated nuptial bliss.

Oppana is often presented as a stage item today.



Oppana Dance
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