Pavakoothu
- State: Kerala
- Features
- It came into existence during the 18th century due to the influence of Kathakali.
- The face of the puppet is decorated with paints, small and thin pieces of gilded tin, the feathers of the peacock, etc.
- The manipulator puts his hand into the bag and moves the hands and head of the puppet.
- The musical instruments used during the performance are Chenda, Chengiloa, Ilathalamand Shankha the conch.
- The theme for Glove puppet plays is based on the episodes from either the Ramayana or the Mahabharata.
