Costumes And Jewelries Of All Indian Classical Dance Forms

(A) Mangai Malai, (C) Kanganam, and (D) Ottiyanam are traditional jewelry pieces used in Bharatanatyam.

Ragidi is the head ornament worn in Kuchipudi dance, placed at the center of the dancer’s forehead.

In Mohiniattam, the traditional dance form of Kerala, the nose ring is called 'Mukutti'. It is an important part of the costume and adds to the classical aesthetic of the dancer.

The 'Bengapatia' ornament is specifically associated with the Odissi dance form, representing a traditional aesthetic style in the dance.

• Mohiniattam uses Nettichutti.
• Odissi uses Gaajulu.
• Kuchipudi uses Taayita.
• Kathak uses Chhapka.