Thiruvathirakali is a very popular dance form of Kerala. Thiruvathirakali is performed during the night of the Thiruvathira celebrations that is held during the Malayalam month of Dhanu Thiruvathirakali is also called as "Kaikottikali".According to Hindu mythology, Parvati performed rigorous penances in order to win Shiva as her husband. Shiva, pleased with her commitment agreed to take Parvati as his wife on this vary day women stay awake all night as they keep vigil for Lord Shiva to come.It is a kind of ritual performed to ensure happy and harmonious marital life.Kaikottikkali spreads the message of happiness. and The tune and the lyrics are very sweet, simple and are related in many ways to everyday life.