Swaraj Ground, Thrissur Round, Thrissur, Kerala, India
A colourful tiger-paint procession through central Thrissur during the Onam season.
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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. Expected timing 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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