Without fireworks and with a scaled-down Kudamattam in the wake of the Mundathikode fireworks tragedy, percussion ensembles will take centre stage in this edition of Thrissur Pooram.
At the soul of this sonic celebration will be the Madathil Varavu Panchavadyam of Thiruvambady and the Ilanjithara Melam of Paramekkavu — two of the most anticipated and revered performances of the festival.