Kuchipudi originated in the Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh, India, and is named after the village of Kuchipudi.

Lord Vishnu is revered as the patron deity of Kuchipudi, and many Kuchipudi performances are dedicated to him.

Female Kuchipudi dancers typically wear a colorful silk saree and blouse, while male dancers wear a dhoti and kurta.

Kuchipudi dance consists of three main elements: Nritta (pure dance), Nritya (expressive dance), and Natya (drama).

Kuchipudi dance is known for its fast-paced footwork, elaborate hand gestures, and graceful body movements.

Bhagavatam is a traditional Kuchipudi dance drama that narrates the life and teachings of Lord Krishna.

Vedantam Satyanarayana Sarma is widely regarded as the father of modern Kuchipudi for his contributions to reviving and popularizing the dance form.

The annual Kuchipudi Dance Festival is held in Kuchipudi, Andhra Pradesh, to celebrate and promote the dance form.

Tarangam is a popular Kuchipudi dance piece that portrays the story of a courtesan named Madhavi.

Ganapati Vandana is a traditional Kuchipudi dance that is performed at the beginning of a performance to invoke the blessings of Lord Ganesha.

Kuchipudi music incorporates elements from Carnatic music, Hindustani music, and folk music.

The mridangam is the traditional percussion instrument used to accompany Kuchipudi dance performances.

Yamini Krishnamurthy, Vyjayanthimala Bali, and Shobana Chandrakumar are all renowned Kuchipudi dance exponents who have contributed to the popularity of the dance form.

Tillana is a lively and energetic dance piece that is typically performed as the concluding item in a Kuchipudi performance.