Watch these unique street dramas only during Carnival in Goa

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LOCAL DRAMA

Zomnivhele Fell, a popular form of Konkani folk drama, are performed during Carnival and are particularly famous in South Goa.

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GROUND REALITY

It’s called zomnivhele (meaning ‘ground’ in Konkani) because it is performed in an open area or ground, without any pandals or a stage setup.

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SOUND OF MUSIC

Many songs, known as cantos, are sung during these fells.

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HUMBLE BEGINNINGS    

The story is often told through songs, and it is through these fells that the foundation for professionally staged tiatrs was laid.

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SILENT SCREEN

Dialogues are minimal in these fells, which typically last up to an hour.

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BEHIND THE BEATS

Music is integral to the performance, and traditionally features wind instruments and drums.

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MESSAGE IN THE MEDIUM

Fells revolve around social issues and sometimes touch on religious themes, but their main focus is to convey a moral lesson.

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