Chemmachekka : Charadesi mogga A Traditional Game Played By Girls

Chemmachekka : A traditional game played by girls in which two or more children participate. The game involves standing facing each other on a flat surface and clapping their hands while spreading their legs. They sing a specific song and take steps to the rhythm while trampling on imaginary splashes.

The song lyrics for Chemmachekka vary slightly between different regions. Here is an example:

Chemma chekka Charadesi Mogga
Atlu Poyanga, Araginchanga
Ratnala Chemmachekka Ranguleyanga
Mutyala Chemmachakka Mugguleyanga
Pagadaala Chemmachakka Pandireyanga
Pandithtlo ma baava pelli cheyanga
Subbarayudi pelli, choochi vattamu randi
Ammalaara, Akkalara Poyivattamu raa randi
Maa vaalintlo pelli, Malli vaddam randi
Doragaarintlo pendli, Dochukundam randi.

During the game, the girls sing and touch each other’s hands, playing happily. The actions and movements are synchronized with the lyrics of the song. In some regions, the game may include additional elements or variations in the lyrics.

There is another song that boys sing in response to the girls’ song. The lyrics may differ, but here is an example:

Emi Thraachu? Nalla Thrachu.
Bhumiki thaalam vesthe – Rangaa
Bhogamdaaniki – Savaram dorike
Savaram pettukuni saani kisthe
Saani naaku Jaabulu is the
Jaabulu pattu kelli maama kisthe
maama naaku Pillanicche
Pilla peru Mallimogga
Na peru Jamindaar.

Chemmachekka Creates Fun & Joy

These songs add an element of fun and interaction to the game, creating a lively atmosphere for the participants.

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