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Dhanyamalini

A wife of Ravana and the mother of Atikaya.

Accounts of this vary across texts and traditions. This entry primarily follows Valmiki Ramayana, with other tellings (Ramcharitmanas (Tulsidas), Regional and folk traditions) noted where relevant.

Relationships

Spouse
Ravana
Children
Atikaya

Introduction

Dhanyamalini is a wife of Ravana. She is the mother of Atikaya, who fought against Rama in the war.

Family

Family

Atikaya was killed by Lakshmana in the war.

Sources

  1. Valmiki Ramayana, Yuddhakanda (primary text) — https://www.valmikiramayan.net/

This entry is independently written for myVamsam using the sources listed above. Where traditions differ, this entry identifies the relevant tradition rather than presenting one account as universally established fact.