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Jallikattu (or Sallikkattu ), also known as Eru Taḻuvuṭal and Manju-virattu, [2] is a traditional event in which a zebu bull ( Bos indicus ), such as the Pulikulam [3] or Kangayam breeds, [4] is released into a crowd of people, and many human participants attempt to grab the large hump on the bull's back with both arms and hang on to it while th...
Jallikattu is a 2019 Indian Malayalam-language independent action thriller film directed by Lijo Jose Pellissery with a screenplay by S. Hareesh and R. Jayakumar, based on the short story Maoist by Hareesh.
Jan 13, 2020 · Jallikattu, a popular bull taming sport held during Pongal, is set to take place in Madurai district. The three main venues where the sport will take place in are Palamedu, Alanganallur and...
May 22, 2023 · What is Jallikattu? Jallikattu, also known as eruthazhuvuthal, is a bull taming sport in which contestants attempt to tame a bull for a prize, if they fail, the bull owner wins the prize. The term "Jallikattu" combines the words "Calli" (coins) and "Kattu" (tie), representing the practice of attaching a bundle of coins to the bull's horns.
Jan 19, 2017 · What is Jallikattu? Jallikaatu could be referred to as bull taming event typically practiced in Tamil Nadu as a part of Pongal celebrations on Mattu Pongal day, third day of the four-day Pongal...
Jan 15, 2020 · A Historical and Cultural Overview. The term ‘Jallikattu’ is a compound word derived from two Tamil words—sallikaasu (coins) and kattu (a package)—which gained currency during the colonial period.
Jallikattu is a custom practiced where cattle stock are worshipped, during the Pongal festival, primarily in Tamil Nadu. This year it is being celebrated on January 15.
