In the districts of West Bengal, a unique folk dance called Jhumur dance is practiced where the dancers use a particular type of anklet called ‘jhumur’ as props during the performance. This is mainly performed by the tribal community of West Bengal.

Sesher Kobita, penned by Rabindranath Tagore, weaves a narrative of love, longing, and the painful act of letting go. Amidst passion and desire, the novel explores the profound realisation that, at times, love alone is not sufficient.

Youngsters of rural Bengal practice Ghatu dance for entertainment.

The Siya Muslims celebrate Muharram by dancing a traditional folk dance in Bengal

Alkap is an extinct form of dance in Bengal.

Bengali fairy tale

Binoy Majumdar