Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea

Marakkar: Lion of the Arabian Sea

Lion of the Arabian Sea

2021 · 182 min · ★ 5.7 · History, War, Action

‘Marakkar Lion of the Arabian Sea’ portrays the courageous life-events of a rebellious naval chief, Kunjali Marakkar the fourth, who fought against the Portuguese in the ancient times. He was the fourth naval chief of the Calicut Zamorin. The film revolves around him who was also the first Indian Naval Commander and Indian freedom fighter for the war against the Portuguese. He is said to have won 16 such battles with his impeccable strategies and fighting skills.

Directed by Priyadarshan · Written by Ani I. V. Sasi

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Mohanlal Kunjali Marakkar IV
Arjun Sarja Anandan
Suniel Shetty Chandroth Panicker
Prabhu Thangudu
Nedumudi Venu Samoothiri
Manju Warrier Subaida
Keerthy Suresh Aarcha
Siddique Pattu Marakkar
Mukesh Dharmoth Panicker
Ashok Selvan Achuthan
Baburaj Puthumana Panicker
Pranav Mohanlal Young Kunjali Marakkar IV

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