Question 8
MediumOriginal questionIn Kathakali, green face make-up called pacha is used for which kind of character?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Kathakali codes character by colour. Pacha, green, marks noble and virtuous figures such as Krishna, Rama and Arjuna.
Kathi, with red marks on green, is for arrogant villains, and minukku, a soft yellow-orange, for women and sages.
- Concept
- Make-up types in Kathakali
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