In which of the following classical dance forms are the actors’ faces painted to symbolises the type of character they are playing?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Kathakali.
The classical dance form in which actors’ faces are painted to symbolize the type of character they portray is Kathakali, a traditional dance-drama of Kerala. In this art form, makeup plays a vital role in identifying characters—green for noble heroes, red for evil characters, black for hunters or forest dwellers, and yellow for saints or women. The elaborate facial painting, combined with vibrant costumes, headgear, and expressive gestures, helps narrate mythological stories from the Mahabharata, Ramayana, and other epics.