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Isai Vellalar is a community found in India in Tamil Nadu. They are traditionally involved as performers of classical dance and music in Hindu temples and courts of the patrons. The term "Isai Vellalar" is a recent community identity, people of minstrel occupation from various castes such as, Melakkarar, Nayanakkarar, Nattuvanar and Vellalar come under this term.