All About Ariel’s Sisters in Disney’s Live Action The Little Mermaid

Disney’s live action remake of The Little Mermaid is arguably Disney’s most buzz-worthy remake to date. With Halle Bailey as Ariel, fans eagerly awaited the retelling of the classic fairytale.

However, there is more to the story than just Ariel. Her sisters, too, have been given updated roles in the film. We’re going to explore the world of Ariel’s sisters and learn everything you need to know about the underwater princesses of Atlantica.

To learn about their cartoon counterparts, check out our post on Ariel’s animated sisters. For a look at the differences between the two sets of sisters, check out our overview of all of Ariel’s sisters, live action and animated.

But first, let’s check out the new sisters from The Little Mermaid 2023.

Ariel’s Sisters in Disney’s Live Action The Little Mermaid

Disney’s live action remake of The Little Mermaid takes a fresh look at Ariel’s sisters, giving them new names and more backstory. The names of Ariel’s sisters in the live action film are Mala, Indira, Caspia, Tamika, Karina, and Perla. Each sister rules over one of the Seven Seas, adding a new layer to the film.

The actresses portraying Ariel’s sisters have been carefully selected to embody the essence of the mermaids and seas they represent. With a diverse and talented cast, viewers can expect a new perspective on Ariel’s family in their fantastical kingdom under the sea.

Let’s take a closer look at each sister from the live action remake.

Mala

Mala, ruler of the Chaine Sea, is known for her fearlessness. She’s very connected to her home and cares for it by protecting coral reefs. She hates the pollution shipwrecks cause to the ocean. This has given her an unfavorable view of humans. She’s well-regarded among her peers as a strong leader.

In the Chaine Sea, gratitude is shown through bubble blowing, and backflips are compliments—which isn’t surprising given the mermaids of this region excel at acrobatics. They wear coral jewelry and perform opera during holidays and get revitalized during the Salmon Sun and Sponge Moon festivals. Mind their customs, as pointing at fins is impolite, or you may not be invited to join in their next celebratory meal of fresh clams.

Animated Counterpart: Attina
Personality Traits: fearless, protective
Sea: Chaine Sea
Played by: Karolina Conchet

Indira

Indira, ruler of the Brinedive Sea, leads with integrity and generosity. She stays in-the-know on what’s happening in her kingdom and is excellent at debate.

The shallow waters of the Brinedive Sea is used to the mermaids’ advantage in this region. They stir up sand from the ocean floor, making underwater dust clouds that they use as protection against predators like reef sharks and barracudas. Not all underwater creatures are their foe, for they love to sing whale songs on holidays. If they’re lucky, a whale just might return the favor.

Animated Counterpart: Alana
Personality Traits: diplomatic, empathetic
Sea: Brinedive Sea
Played by: Simone Ashley

Caspia

Caspia, ruler of the Apneic Sea, is very protective of the coral that thrives in her kingdom. She is not as adventurous as some of her other sisters and prefers to stay close to home, only traveling for necessary meetings.

In the Apneic Sea, you’ll find some of the most superstitious mermaids in the Seven Seas. They don’t turn their back to another, they use good luck tokens to invite marriage, and they even renew their dreams of success on the first day of Summer by rubbing mud on their fins. It isn’t all juju and “knocks on wood” though. These sensitive merfolk are also known to sing to their little ones to sleep in their seashell beds.

Animated Counterpart: Adella
Personality Traits: selfless, somewhat reclusive
Sea: Apneic Sea
Played by: Nathalie Sorrell

Tamika

Tamika, ruler of the Fracus Sea, is powerful and dominant. She rules boldly and has been rumored to have once wrestled a tiger shark into submission.

The Fracus Sea is full of color and vibrancy with its beautiful coral and tropical fish. The mermaids of this region highly value the act of gift-giving, with it being considered appropriate to refuse a gift nine times before finally accepting it. There modesty doesn’t stop there, as they are known to receive their compliments graciously.

Animated Counterpart: Aquata
Personality Traits: strong, confident, tactical
Sea: Fracus Sea
Played by: Sienna King

Karina

Karina, ruler of the Saithe Sea, is a great protector of the seals that swim in her native waters. She does not waver in her decisions and tends too be more reclusive than her sisters.

The Saithe Sea is a location where, despite its icy weather, has a history of humans and mermaids having contact. The mermaids used to poke their heads through holes in the ice to speak to people on land. They’re a superstitious bunch as well, hoping to get good luck from a sea angel landing in their hand. Inhabitants consider whistling rude and they celebrate the Slug Sun Festival.

Animated Counterpart: Arista
Personality Traits: intuitive, protective of animals
Sea: Saithe Sea
Played by: Kajsa Mohammar

Perla

Perla, ruler of the Piton Sea, exudes warmth and kindness. Her charisma has even faired others well as it’s been said she was able to save a group of penguins from an orca pod. She makes decisions in her kingdom with great thought and care, often opting to put decisions to a vote.

In the Piton Sea, mermaids stay active with sport and ritual. They love riding elephant seals, playing hide-and-seek, and playing a game through hoops during Clam Moon. They aren’t just athletes, but artists too, as they highly value the ability to play music.

Animated Counterpart: Andrina
Personality Traits: charming, persuasive
Sea: Piton Sea
Played by: Lorena Andrea

Live Action Ariel’s Sisters in Books

Let’s look into the world of literature where Ariel’s sisters have made their appearances. These books are a wonderful continuation of the movie as you can gain more insight into the characters, stories told on screen and off, and even dive into new stories.

Here’s a selection of books with stories featuring Ariel’s sisters:

• The Little Mermaid: Against the Tide by J. Elle
• The Little Mermaid: Guide to Merfolk by Eric Geron

Live Action Ariel’s Sisters Toys and Merchandise

There’s a lot of great merchandise out their featuring Ariel’s sisters, and we’ll highlight our favorites below. If you’d like to see more spectacular mermaid merch, check out our post where we roundup the best live action The Little Mermaid merchandise or our post about McDonald’s The Little Mermaid Happy Meal toys.

But first, let’s check out the top finds featuring Ariel’s sisters.

Disney The Little Mermaid Ultimate Ariel Sisters 7-Pack Set

This is the ultimate doll set for fans of The Little Mermaid. Each dolls is styled to resemble the sisters’ look from the movie.

The Little Mermaid Tail Blanket Mala

A perfect way to stay warm, this blanket resembles Mala’s tail. With an added shimmery effect to the fabric, you can imagine your floating along in the sparkling sea.

Disney The Little Mermaid Ariel & Sisters Shirt

This shirt features watercolor style art of Ariel and all her sisters. This shirt comes in a variety of sizes and color options, making it great for fans of all ages.

Disney’s The Little Mermaid Ariel Live Action Movie Kids Bedding

Outfit your room in mermaid style! This bedding set comes with everything you need to make your bed look as good as it feels.

Disney’s The Little Mermaid 6″ Petite Caspia Doll

This Caspia doll is the perfect size for little ones, or as a toy on the go. She comes with a seashell brush so you can brush her long pink hair.

Indira The Little Mermaid Pillow Buddy

This gorgeous Indira pillow plush is just right size for snuggling. Her sweet expression is bound to make you smile too.

Final Thoughts on Ariel’s Sisters

With classic animated Disney characters reimagined for live action film, The Little Mermaid brings a fresh take on the well-known tale thanks in part to Ariel’s six mermaid sisters. The mermaids’ updated looks and stories have added a new depth to the story and excitement for fans.

With a talented ensemble of actresses portraying these underwater princesses, fans can look forward to a some new surprised under the sea as they rediscover the magic of this beloved fairytale.

Ariel and each of her sisters are making Disney history, and we’re happy to be along for the journey!