India, July 16 -- Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is all set to introduce audiences to one of Greek mythology's most iconic stories. Based on Homer's epic poem of the same name, the film follows the legendary journey of King Odysseus after the Trojan War and features several characters who play a crucial role in his return home.

Among them is Telemachus, played by Tom Holland. While Odysseus is the central hero of the story, Telemachus has a powerful arc of his own.

Who Is Telemachus?

In Greek mythology, Telemachus is the son of Odysseus, the King of Ithaca, and Queen Penelope. When his father leaves to fight in the Trojan War, Telemachus is still an infant. By the time Odysseus begins his long journey home, the young prince has grown ...