Recently, Kerala School Kalolsavam 2023 featured a performance of the traditional art genre Ottanthullal, which has a history dating back more than 300 years.

Regarding thullal

It is a Keralan recitation-and-dance art form that was popularised in the 18th century by renowned Malayalam poet Kunchan Nambiar (1705 – 1770).
It is characterised by simplicity and is renowned for its humour and social criticism.
It adheres to the traditional Natyasasthra ideals (a treatise on art compiled in the 2nd century B.C.E).

It is enacted into three separate versions
Ottanthullal
Seethankan thullal
Parayan thullal

The Ottanthullal is the most popular among the three varieties of Thullal.
The performance uses elaborate expressions and stories recited in verses to bring important mythological tales and stories to life.
The costume and makeup of the performer are similar to that of a Kathakali artist.