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Mali

Mali: FAQ & Sources

माली

Rakshasa of Ravana's family.

Mali is the youngest of the three rakshasa brothers who first ruled Lanka. Vishnu kills him with his discus in the war of the gods.

Updated 30 Oct 20261 source

RoleRakshasa of Ravana's family
SiblingsSumali, Malyavan
Appears inRamayana
GroupRavana's family
KingdomLanka
First appearsUttara Kanda, Sarga 5

Frequently asked questions

Who was Mali?
A rakshasa brother of Sumali and Malyavan.
Who killed Mali?
Vishnu, with his discus.

Sources

  1. Valmiki Ramayana, Uttara Kanda (sargas 7.5, 7.6, 7.7)

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