<P> The next great Indian dramatist was Bhavabhuti (c. 7th century). He is said to have written the following three plays: Malati - Madhava, Mahaviracharita and Uttar Ramacharita . Among these three, the last two cover between them the entire epic of Ramayana . The powerful Indian emperor Harsha (606--648) is credited with having written three plays: the comedy Ratnavali, Priyadarsika, and the Buddhist drama Nagananda . </P> <Table> <Tr> <Td> </Td> <Td> This section needs expansion . You can help by adding to it . (May 2011) </Td> </Tr> </Table> <Tr> <Td> </Td> <Td> This section needs expansion . You can help by adding to it . (May 2011) </Td> </Tr> <P> Kathakali is a highly stylised classical Indian dance - drama noted for the attractive make - up of characters, elaborate costumes, detailed gestures, and well - defined body movements presented in tune with the anchor playback music and complementary percussion . It originated in the country's present - day state of Kerala during the 17th century and has developed over the years with improved looks, refined gestures and added themes besides more ornate singing and precise drumming . </P>

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