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Kathakali Paddam refers to the musical compositions that form the textual and melodic foundation of the classical dance-drama Kathakali from Kerala, a tradition of extraordinary sophistication and antiquity. These compositions are set in Carnatic and Sopana ragas and performed by specialist singers offstage while the elaborately costumed dancers enact narratives from the Mahabharata and Ramayana through precise gesture, facial expression, and movement. Kathakali Paddam is a highly specialised musical tradition unique to Kerala, combining classical music with the visual grandeur of one of India's greatest performance arts.