Duff Muttu

Duff Muttu

"Duff Muttu" ("also: Dubh Muttu") is an art form prevalent among Muslims in Kerala state of south India. Basically "Duff" or "Dubh" is a music instrument made of wood and ox skin. It is also called "Thappitta". Participants play this and dance. In certain areas, instead of "Duff" or "Dubh", Arabana is used. This was performed in Madina in Saudi Arabia.

See also

* Oppana
* Mappila Paattu
* Kuthu Ratheeb
* Mappila
* Kerala Folklore Akademi


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