The Most Celebrated Tigers of Ranthambore

Ustad (T-24)

Recognized for his commanding stature and assertive demeanor, Ustad was an influential figure. His rule was characterized by controversy as well as admiration.

Machli (T-16)

Often referred to as the "Queen of Ranthambore," Machli was an enchanting tigress who fiercely yet gracefully governed her domain.

Machli (T-16)

Her tale serves as a tribute to these amazing animals' tenacity.

Riddhi- T-124

Visitors have occasionally witnessed sisters Riddhi and Siddhi, who are descended from Machli, fighting and have photographed it. Because of how hard they fight,

Riddhi- T-124

Riddhi occasionally sustains serious injuries, including cuts to her tongue and bruises on her shoulders.

Siddhi- T-125

Wildlife enthusiasts have been drawn to the tales of the perilous struggle between the two sister tigers, Riddhi and Siddhi, for many years.

Siddhi- T-125

These two have been engaged in a protracted battle for control of the region.

Sundari (T-17)

Once the main attraction of Ranthambore, Sundari, the tigress, also known as T-17, was the daughter of Machali, a legend in her own right.

Sundari (T-17)

 Machali initially caught the notice of the Ranthambore officials in 2006 due to her striking similarity to her mother.

T-20 Jhumroo

If Machali is referred to as the "Lady of the Lakes," Jhumroo is most likely referred to as the "Lord of the Lakes" because it was Jhumroo who ruled over her territory,

T-20 Jhumroo

which included the lake and other locations with bodies of water, following Machali.

Junglee (T-41)

Due to her unwavering will to survive, Junglee rose to fame in her community and, along with her brother T40, became a prominent figure in her birthplace.

T-25 Dollar

Born in 2007 or 2008, Dollar is the direct descendant of Machali, the matriarch of Ranthambore,

T-25 Dollar

Born in 2007 or 2008, Dollar is the direct descendant of Machali, the matriarch of Ranthambore,

T-28 aka Sitara

Because of a five-point star mark on his left eye, he was given this nickname.

T-28 aka Sitara

Tiger enthusiasts would recall Sitara for his iconic battle in the beginning of 2009 against Machali, the "lady of the lakes."

Mala T-39

This incredible tigress is well-known for both her beauty and her body's wavy pattern.

Mala T-39

Because of the ornamental stripes on her side flanks that resembled beads, she went by the name Mala.