ERROR : Page under Construction Mellature Style of dance from Tanjavur quadrant is one of the most graceful style of Bharat Natyam. Salangai or the Ghunrus are to be used only after the Salangai Pujai is completed. Bhavam is given utmost importance along with Loka dharma Abhinaya in this style, hence it comes out as more dramatic than others. It was during the late 1920s with the abolition of the devadasi parampara, that the Mellature style could cross the threshold of the ancient Hindu temples of South India. This is an integral part of dasiattam and devadasi parampara. Mangudi Iyer (follower of Srividya Upasana) is said to have popularize this dance style. During the reign of Kakatiya dynasty (originated from present Telengana region) the capital was changed from Kaiytim to Tanjavur. Perini Thandava dancers from Telingana was invited as guests of the court to perform in front of Lord Nataraja. Few of the dancers selected ...