The Pung cholom is a traditional Meitei dance form originated from Manipur, northeastern state of India which is the soul of the Manipuri Sankirtana music and the Manipuri classical.This dance may be performed by men or women and is usually a prelude to the Ras Lila. In this style, the dancers play the pung (a form of hand beaten drum) while they dance at the same time. Dancers need to be graceful and acrobatic at the same time. They use these acrobatic effects without breaking the rhythm or flow of music.The dance is marked by a gentle rhythm, which gradually builds up to a thunderous climax. Pung cholom borrows elements from the Manipuri martial arts, Thang Ta and Sarit Sarak. It is usually performed during cultural and ritual functions of Meitei tribes of Manipur.