Bharata Natyam is known for its grace, purity, tenderness, and sculpturesque poses
Lord Shiva is considered the God of this dance form
Bharata Natyam is considered to be a fire-dance
The dance begins with the sprinkling of holy water and the burning of incense.
Kuchipudi is a combination of Nritha, Nrithya and Natya
Kuchipudi originated in the 17th century
Believed to have originated in 16th century
The theme of the dance is usually love and devotion to God, Vishnu or Krishna