Oppana ( Malayalam : ഒപ്പന ) is a popular form of social entertainment among the Mappila (Kerala Muslims) community of Kerala , South India , prevalent throughout Kerala, especially in Malappuram . [1] The Malayalam word 'Oppana Pattu' is the derivation of the Tamil word 'Oppanai Pattu'. In Tamil , 'Oppanai' means make up. [2] Oppana was originated on the occasion of make of Muslim brides. [ clarification needed ] Oppana is extinct in Tamil Nadu . But in Kerala, this art form has been revived with much popularity on the performing stages of the Youth Festivals of the student community. Oppana, a dance form among the Mappila community Oppana is generally presented by females, numbering about fifteen, including musicians, on a wedding day. The bride dressed in all finery, covered with gold ornaments and her palms and feet adorned with an intricately woven pattern of mylanchi ( henna ), sits amidst the c...