Swaraj Ground, Thrissur Round, Thrissur, Kerala, India
A colourful tiger-paint procession through central Thrissur during the Onam season.
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Festival dates
2026 edition
2026 edition: 29 August 2026
Usually during the Onam season, often in August or September; exact dates change yearly.
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Pulikali is a specific visual performance event in Thrissur, known for performers painted as tigers, drum-led movement and dense street crowds. It is highly suited to festival, street and documentary photography because of its expressive body paint, movement, spectators and close urban setting.
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Pulikali is a specific visual performance event in Thrissur, known for performers painted as tigers, drum-led movement and dense street crowds. It is highly suited to festival, street and documentary photography because of its expressive body paint, movement, spectators and close urban setting.
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