Lavani comes from the word Lavanya which means beauty. This is one of the most popular forms of dance and music. Traditionally, the songs are sung by female artistes, but male artistes may occasionally sing Lavanis.
Lavani is a combination of traditional song and dance, which are performed to the beats of 'Dholaki', a drum-like instrument.
Dance is performed by women wearing nine-yard saris. They are sung in a quick tempo.
Lavani originated in the arid region of Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh