Charkula Nritya is one of the distinctive traditional dance forms associated with the Braj region of Uttar Pradesh. Traditionally performed by women carrying large multi-tiered circular structures known as Charkula on their heads, the dance is characterized by rhythmic movement, traditional music and colourful presentation.
The dance has a strong connection with the cultural traditions of Braj, Mathura and Vrindavan. Shri Mukut Behari Seva Sansthan works to promote awareness and appreciation of such traditional cultural expressions through performances and cultural activities.
Our Charkula Nritya programmes aim to introduce audiences, children and younger generations to the unique artistic traditions of Braj Bhoomi.
charkula is especially performed on the third day after holi – the day on which radha was born .according to legend, Radha’s grandmother ran out of the house with the charkula on her head to announce the birth of Radha Since then , chrkula has formed a popular dance form of Brajbhoomi , performed during various festivities .