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Before radio and TV, the Villu Game was the main source of news, mythology, and social satire. Performers would compose instant verses about local events (weddings, disputes, harvests). 3. The Ensemble: Roles & Instruments A typical Villu Game troupe has 5 to 8 members. villu game
| Artist | Region | Specialty | |--------|--------|-------------| | (deceased) | Tirunelveli | Revived Villu Game in 1950s; recorded 50+ albums | | K. M. Shanmugavel | Madurai | Social reform themes | | Muthu Krishnan | Kanyakumari | Christian biblical stories in Villu style | | A. K. S. Raja | Chennai | Fusion with western drums | | Kalaimamani P. K. Sundaravadivel | Tuticorin | Longest continuous performance (18 hours) | End of Guide Before radio and TV, the