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Gotipua is an old traditional dance in Odisha , India . The acrobatic dance is performed by a group of young boys who are dressed as women

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English: The dance is executed by a group of boys who perform acrobatic figures inspired by the life of Radha and Krishna. The boys begin to learn the dance at an early age. In the Odia language, Gotipua means "single boy" (goti-pua).

Local Presence : Khurda

Dance Attire: Kanchula, Nibibandha

Musical Instruments : Mardala , Gini, harmonium, Violin, Reed organ, Bansuri

Interesting Facts : Male dancers with female costumes .
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