Choyyar Gurikkal theyyam is a very rare theyyam performed during the annual theyyam – thira – kaliyattam festival in Kannur region of Kerala. As per information, this is the theyyam of a respectable person who attained divine status. Choyyar Gurukkal theyyam story is that of a pious and learned person attain divine status and helping his family to overcome numerous troubles. The theyyam is worshiped for gaining knowledge and for peace and prosperity. It is believed that this theyyam helps in recovering lost items and also in finding hidden treasure.
This theyyam is performed at the Karivellur Koolikkavu Sree Vishnumurthy temple.
This is a male theyyam and appears in a peaceful form.