What is the dancing mehndi?
Dance Mehndi is a traditional demonstration ritual in South Asian countries, especially in India and Pakistan. The ceremony is celebrated by the bride's family in her house or in the banquet hall. Dance has a name from Hindi's meaning Mehndi, who refers to the ritual image of the body of the bride with henna. Music and costumes for dance are very carefully selected by the bride and female participants. In the ritual, the henna leaves are grounded on the stone and the ground henna is then mixed with oil to form a paste. Modern brides can now buy Henna applicators in shops. Some still prefer a traditional method, as they say they create darker and richer colors.
Henna paste is usually applied to the hands and legs of the bride. Some paintings of the MEHNDI body move above the wrist and Lower Holen. In appearance, decoratives resemble tattoos. Mehndi is usually for brides, but in some countries the groom may also apply for painting. The bride will often have the name or initials of her intended husband hidden in Mehndi's proposals.
traditional mehndi designs are painted on the palms of the sun. They represent the inner and outer sun and "inner mind". Henna paste is applied with a cone or a small artist. The bride's decorated skin is then packed in tape or tissue for several hours. The resulting decorations are reddish -brown color and last for several days.
A very important part of the wedding ritual is carefully organized. Traditional dances Mehndi as Bhangra and Dandiya are derived from ancient folk dances celebrating the harvest. Some dance steps reflect the act of harvesting in the fields.
Modern brides have a much greater selection for their dancing Mehndi. The popular form of Dance Mehndi is "Bollywood". It basically uses dance steps and music from popular Bollywood films. The abdominal dance is often included. There are dance DVD Mehndi to help choreography of the event. Women involved in dancing mehndi, usualLE has practiced their steps several times before the event.
Dance music has also spread for modern weddings. Mehndi steps are traditionally danced on lyre, now accompanied by synthesized music and guitars performed live or previously recorded. Dance steps may include a combination of modern and traditional steps. Much of the preparation generally goes to the choice of dance topics.
Costumes for Dance Mehndi are also important. As with music and dance steps, a tradition of tradition is usually preserved. Traditional costumes are highlighted with such things such as sequins or jewelry or some other modern touch. Very bright colors red, yellow ark are most commonly used. There are Mehndi shops with experts specializing in the help of brides that plan all aspects of their dances.