Trichur, Kerala (July 5, 2025) – In a significant cultural event, the Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi (KSNA) will be organizing its first National Rhythm Festival titled ‘Tha Thi Ntha Ka Thom’ from July 11 to 13. This three-day festival is being held as a tribute to renowned tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain, celebrating Kerala’s rich and vibrant percussion tradition that has been an integral part of the state’s cultural heritage.
According to Mattannur Sankarankutty, the chairman of KSNA, this festival has been a long-cherished dream since he assumed office – to create a platform that celebrates percussion instruments. The unique aspect of this festival is that it aims to make the performance of percussion instruments more accessible by showcasing them on a stage, offering a different experience compared to mass gatherings at festival grounds for performances like pancharimelam or pandimelam.
The National Rhythm Festival ‘Tha Thi Ntha Ka Thom’ is part of the Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi’s commitment to promote and preserve traditional art forms in the state. The event promises to be a feast for music lovers, offering a chance to witness a diverse range of percussion performances from various parts of India and beyond.
As the countdown begins for this musical extravaganza, Kerala eagerly awaits the rhythmic symphony that ‘Tha Thi Ntha Ka Thom’ will bring. The festival is expected to attract a large number of visitors, providing a boost to local tourism and cultural exchange. For more details about the festival, interested individuals can reach out to the Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi or stay updated through their official social media platforms, including WhatsApp groups.
Sukanya Ramgopal, a noted music critic, expressed her excitement about the event: “This is a wonderful initiative by KSNA to celebrate and promote percussion instruments. The festival promises to be a unique experience for everyone who loves music.” With just days left until the festival begins, anticipation builds in Trichur and across Kerala as they prepare to welcome ‘Tha Thi Ntha Ka Thom’.
