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Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham- Trailer Breakdown

Marakkar is the story of a mysterious heroic figure named Kunjali. The trailer has shown Kunjali as a mysterious and powerful figure. Kunjali's army is set to have a war against the Portugese invaders in order to save the Zamorin land. Will they win the war?

Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham is based on the story of a sixteenth century hero, Kunjali Markkar. The Malayalam film is directed by Priyadarshan who is widely known for making Bollywood comedy dramas like Bhool Bhulaiya and Hera Pheri. It will be exciting to see him direct a film like Marakkar. Mohanlal plays the role of Kunjali. After Oppam, this is Priyadarshan’s and Mohanlal’s second project together. The film is shot in Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad. Cinematography by S. Thirunavukarasu’s looks wonderful in the trailer. The film is produced by Aashirvad Cinemas and is set to release on 13 May, 2021.

A coin flips on the ground and Qur'an is kept open in front of people offering namaz. A child comes to an old man, probably a priest with a message from Kunjali. The man asks if he has seen Kunjali, to which the child says no.

From the carvings on the coin, it can be said that the story is set in the year 1818. A flipping coin and an open Qur'an convey to us that the story revolves around luck and faith in god. The old man looks tense. Is there something about Kunjali which is troubling him? What message has Kunjali sent?

Those who have seen him are not alivePosters declare him as a wanted criminal. Those who have seen him only as a shadow at a distance fold their hands and bow to him.

Kunjali is made to sound so bizarre. His character is either cynical or hopeful. Curiosity is kept alive amongst the audience to know who Kunjali is. Since the beginning of the trailer, Kunjali’s character is kept secretive. This builds up the anticipation of seeing him for the first time for the audiences. 

The trailer jumps off to scenes of battles. Arrows and cannons are being shot. A massive disturbance is caused on a ship. People are shown fighting with swords and arrows. Here, Kunjali introduces himself.

Finally, the revelation of Kunjali! He is seen wearing a black outfit with a keffiyeh on his head. But, who are they fighting against? It looks like there is a huge war taking place between two powerful estates. Battle is being fought on land as well as on sea.

 "Until the last drop of blood falls from Kunjali's body, the Portuguese will not set foot on Zamorin's land", says Kunjali.

So, it is a war against the Portuguese invaders. Zamorins are the rulers of Calicut, in the Malabar Coast of India, whom Kunjali and his army is protecting. Powerful background music has added to the essence of the trailer. Suniel Shetty is also seen in the film. His character is a part of Kunjali’s army.

Will Kunjali succeed in winning this war? Will Zamorin's land preserve its honour? What does the future hold for him? The film will unfold answers to all our questions.