Cryptic crossword clue
I talk nonsensically about Maori dance, Indian dance 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word KATHAKALI

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The straight part
We know that "Indian dance" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case indian dance = kathakali.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does KATHAKALI mean?

KATHAKALI noun
  1. A spectacular lyric dance drama of southern India performed with acrobatic energy and highly stylized pantomime.

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