Kathakali artists turn Bengaluru traffic woes into hilarious dance performance

In a unique Onam special, Kathakali artists Aravind and Naveen delivered a satirical dance act depicting Bengaluru’s infamous traffic chaos, from reckless bikers to cars abandoned mid-road.

Bengaluru’s traffic woes have inspired everything from memes to marathon debates, but this Onam, they became the subject of a classical art performance, and the result was both hilarious and thought-provoking.

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Kathakali artists Kalāmandalam Aravind and Naveen brought Silicon City’s traffic chaos to life through an unforgettable dance act. Their performance, shared by author Nandita Iyer on social media, quickly went viral for its creative blend of tradition and modern satire.

The dance depicted Bengaluru’s notorious traffic scenes, sudden turns, erratic overtakes, rash bikers weaving through gaps, and frustrated drivers honking in despair. The highlight came at the end, where the artists portrayed a motorist leaving his car stranded mid-road and choosing to walk home, a dramatic but relatable nod to the everyday frustration of Bengalureans stuck for hours in jams.

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