This dance form is performed on dummy horses by the men wearing beautiful traditional costumes with embellishments and mirror work. The horses on which they perform the dance are also dressed to the ‘T’ and they hold swords while performing. Drums and fiffies are played on which they do the dance. The tales of Bavaria bandits are said and narrated by the singers of Shekhawati region.

History

The ones who are into performing arts mostly hail from the tribes of Rajasthan. Horses have always been considered as an important part of Rajasthan during the warfares which is quite evident with the loyal vehicle of Rana Pratap Singh, Chetal. They symbolize royal strength.

Performance of Kacchi-Ghodi Dance

This dance is performed is performed by men on dummy horses on wearing the beautiful and colorful traditional outfits with embellishments and embroidery and mirror work. It showcases rigorous sword fighting.

Kacchi-Ghodi Dance Elements

The main elements of this dance are the horses, swords, the colorful attires and the ballads on which the dance is performed. This dance form is basically performed on every happy occasion like a marriage, festival or any celebration where these dancers enthrall the audience with their art.

Occasions for Kacchi-Ghodi Dance

This dance form is basically performed on the party of the bridegrooms where the dancers perform on the ballads beautifully showcasing the mock sword fighting and their swift movement on the sound of the drums and the fiffies. This is a very famous folk dance which is performed with full enthusiasm and zest. The viewers are spell bound after seeing the beautiful presentation of tradition and culture.