The origin of Bodhran drum is Irish. It was used in war as a war drum in the 16th century. The unique feature of this drum is that it has not lost its charm even now. Our contemporary musicians use it as well. It has a sound, which is so pleasing. The Bodhran produces a rhythm, which makes you dance. In India this drum is used by famous music directors like A.R. Rehman,Ilaya raaja and so on. Now they have introduces so many new techniques in playing this type of drums by our modern musicians. It suits both melody and fast music. That is probably the quality which makes it popular in all periods.