Sarlamkai or Solakia folk dance from Mizoram, originating from Pawi and Mara Mizo communities

Mizoram folk dance with the leader dressed as a bird.

Sarlamkai or Solakia folk dance from Mizoram, originating from Pawi and Mara Mizo communities

Sarlamkai/Solakia : This is an impressive dance originating from the Pawi and Mara communities in the southern part of Mizoram. This dance is known as 'Sarlamkai' whereas the Lushais referred to it as 'Rallu Lam'. In older days when the different tribes were constantly at war with each other, a ceremony to deride the vanquished beheaded skull of the enemy was usually held by the victor. This ceremony is performed to ensure that the vanquished soul remains a slave to the victor even when the latter dies.

The derision ceremony usually lasts for 5 (five) days. The first 2 (two) days is spent in merry-making, singing alongside drinks and a non-vegetarian feast. On the third day a pig is slaughtered and the victor paints his whole body with the animal's blood, which he only washes off on the evening of the fourth day or on the morning of the fifth day. During this 5 (five) day period, the victor is not to sleep with any women. Source - Mizoram.nic.in

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