Ricard Dance

Overview

"Ricard Dance," once a beloved South Indian art form, now struggles to survive. Once as popular as movie stars, artists like Kochu, Santhosh, Kamaru, and many others spent decades traveling across Kerala with the Sree Durga Ricard Dance Group, bringing thousands of characters to life on stage and captivating audiences. Today, their fame has faded, and they face the painful reality that the stage may soon fall silent. Yet, even amid the dominance of modern media, this glimpse into their journey reveals how the art form still finds love and resilience, cherished by those who remember its power.