Kalaivanan with his colourful attire performing a simple peacock dance en route to Batu Caves temple. (Moganraj Villavan @ FMT Lifestyle) The peacock dance, or Mayilattam, is traditionally performed ...

PETALING JAYA: The streets of Kuala Lumpur became a cultural melting pot as people were treated to a unique showcase of Malaysian culture with the celebration of two major events – Chap Goh Meh and ...

Thaipusam 2025: Lakhs of devotees are celebrating Thaipusam 2025 and worship Lord Murugan, the god of war, victory and wisdom. The festival is celebrated on the full moon in the Tamil month of Thai.

Pierced skin, weary shoulders, aching feet – all in devotion to Lord Murugan. Amidst the Thaipusam crowds, packed elbow to elbow, sometimes all you can see ahead are the towering kavadis. This ...

IPOH: There is an artistic side to electrician C. Dineskumaran. The 29-year-old makes intricate and elaborate kavadis that are sought after, even in Singapore. One of Dineskumaran’s majestic creations ...