Lavani performance by Marathi dancers

Marathi female dancers perform Lavani- folk dance of 'Maharashtra'.

Lavani:

The word Lavani derived from Lavanya, meaning beauty. This form is a combination of dance and music, which is dealt with different and varied topics such as society, religion, politics, romance, etc. Attractive women wearing nine-yard saris typically perform the dance with the captivating rhythm of dholak. These women synchronized sensually to a catching tune and teasing lyrics.

Sorce: http://www.maharashtratourism.net/culture-lifestyle/dances/lavani-dance.html

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