Ezhava community members mostly reside in Kerala, though now they are spread in other parts of India as well. Also known as Thiyya, this is a Hindu religious sub-group engaged in the profession of agriculture and trading. The male members are also skilled in the Kalaripayattu art of Kerala. Ezhava Grooms are into various professions in the field of business, education, politics and trade. Weddings are joyous event for the Ezhava community and grooms believe in the traditions of his community.