Deverattam

Devarattam is performed by the men folk of Kambalathu Naicker domiciled Tuticorin and Virudhunagar regions. Deverattam is accompanied with a musical instrument that is known as Deva Thunthubi. There are thirty-two rhythmic steps in Devarattam. These steps are known as adavu. In the beginning of Devarattam all the dance performers worship the musical instrument and the musical performer and then they begin to perform. Similarly they do in the end of the performance also. Devarattam is performed in all the life cycle ceremonies and religious celebrations of Kambalathu Naicker community. It’s a traditional rule that every man from Kambalathu Naicker should know Deverattam. Some years ago Devarattam is performed as a ritual among this community only. How ever now a day it’s also performed as an entertainment in several socio cultural functions.