Worship of the Poorikal is not performed by Brahmin priests but by specific communities who act as oracles, such as the Velichappadu (revealers of light) or Paniyas. The rituals are raw, auditory, and highly energetic.
1. Theyyam: While Theyyam is a vast subject on its own, many Theyyam forms are essentially Poorikal. The deity "possesses" the performer, turning a human into a god for a few hours. The thunderous drumming (Chenda), the fire, and the vibrant costumes are all ways to invoke the spirit of the Poori. Kerala Poorikal
2. Thira and Pooram: In the Malabar region, festivals often center around the Poori. The rhythm of the drums is not just music; it Worship of the Poorikal is not performed by
Uncle receives a box of Sadhya (feast) items from the office. He proudly gives it to his wife. She opens it. Inside is a vacuum cleaner bag. He re-gifted a vacuum cleaner part. The silence that follows is the sound of a Poori echoing. Uncle receives a box of Sadhya (feast) items
The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus is moving at 60 km/h. A man standing near the door yells, "Stop!" The driver slams the brakes. The man, realizing he yelled too early and his stop is still 500 meters away, says, "No, not here... next stop." The entire bus erupts. That is a Poori.