In the villages where this tradition is observed, Yatmasura Pen, considered the remover of obstacles, is venerated during the fortnight preceding Diwali. As nature worshippers, the Gond community hold Yatmasura in high regard. While the Dhemsa dance is a versatile form, performed at festivals, weddings, or for general evening entertainment, the Ghusadi dancers only wear their special attire during this pre-Diwali period to appease the deities. Consequently, the Dhemsa dance performed in this context is specifically referred to as Ghusadi Dhemsa. The nightly Ghusadi Dhemsa performances begin on the full moon night preceding Diwali and continue until the festival itself. Ghusadi dancers and village men frequently travel to neighboring settlements to perform, providing an opportunity for young village boys to display their dancing prowess.

A key element of the Ghusadi Dhemsa dance is the distinctive attire worn by the male performers. They adorn themselves with elaborate body and face paint, transforming their appearance. Furthermore, they wear unique peacock feather hats, which are a defining characteristic of the Ghusadi dancers. These costumes and adornments are essential to the ritualistic transformation into deities and contribute to the visual spectacle of the Ghusadi Dhemsa performance.