Maldives is not just admired for its
beauty but also it is known for its fabulous dances and music. When it
comes to music and entertainment, this gorgeous island has so much to
offer. In this section, we will provide you with information on the
Maldives music and dance. We will brief you on the prominent forms of
folk dances and music of Maldives.
Popular Maldives Traditional Music & Dances
Bodu Beru
Bodu beru is one of the most popular forms of folk music and dance that
is found in the inhabited islands of Maldives. People of all age groups
participate enthusiastically in Bodu Beru folk music.
Bandiyaa Jehun
Bandiyaa Jehun is a popular dance form that takes place in the Maldives
Island. Though, western pop and Indian music are becoming increasingly
popular, but this traditional Bandiyaa Jehun folk dance of Maldives has
its own importance.
Bolimalaafath Neshu
Bolimalaafath Neshun is a famous folk dance of Maldives. This dance
performance is carried out by women. It depicts the old tradition, when
women used to offer presents to the Sultan on special festive occasions
like the Eid festival.
Dhandi Jehun
Dhandi Jehun is a popular dance form of the beautiful islands of
Maldives. The style in which the Maldives Dhandi Jehun folk dance is
performed varies from island to island. A group of 30 men participate in
this dance.
Fathigandu Jehun
Fathigandu Jehun is a popular form of folk music, in which only men can
participate. It is basically a stage music show that usually takes place
in the evening time. More…
Gao Odi Lava
Gaa Odi Lava is a popular folk music and dance performance that is
carried out by people as a means to express their satisfaction on having
completed a hard manual work.
Kadhaa Maali
Kadhaa Maali is a form of traditional music and dance that can be found
only in Kulhudhuffushi in the south Thiladhunmathi atoll. From where did
this Kadhaa Maali folk dance come from is unknown.
Langiri
Langiri is a folk performance of Maldives, the origin of which can be
traced back in the early 20th century during the rule of Sultan
Shamsuddin III. It is basically the Thaara performance that was modified
by people to suit their taste that gave rise to the Langiri performance
of today.
Thaara
Thaara is a popular form of folk music performed in Maldives. The
credit for its introduction in the Maldives goes to the Gulf Arabs, who
visited this beautiful island in the mid 17th century.
