TheVenmani School of poets were involved in a movement inMalayalam Literature also known as theVenmani Movement. The style of poetry was pioneered by members of the Venmani Illam ofKodungalloor in the 19th century.
The major poets of the Venmani school wereVenmani Achhan Nambudiripad (1817-1891),Venmani Mahan Nambudiripad (1844-1893),Poonthottam Achhan Nambudiri (1821-1865),Poonthottam Mahan Nambudiri (1857-1896) and the members of theKodungallur Kovilakam (Royal Family) such asKodungallur Kunjikkuttan Thampuran. The style of these poets became quite popular for a while and influenced even others who were not members of the group likeVelutheri Kesavan Vaidyar (1839-1897) and Perunlli Krishnan Vaidyan (1863-1894).
The Venmani School pioneered a style of poetry that was associated with common day themes, and the use of pureMalayalam rather thanSanskrit. The poetry was therefore easily understood by the common man. The works were known for its humor, wit, and lyrical meter.
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