The feet are painted red and anklet is worn on top of the feet. After wearing the anklet on the leg, it is customary to tie it to the fingers with a strong thread. This is done so that the anklet do not slip off the feet while taking dance steps to the lively rhythms. Anklet is very important in Theyattam. In addition to the drums and other instruments, when the anklet also sound according to the foot movements of the theyas, it adds a great aural beauty to the mela.
