Adutha Saattai

A beloved Tamil lecturer who advocates student empowerment and caste unity through practical initiatives. He initiates a Students Parliament, fosters campus interviews for students from humble backgrounds, and earns student trust with his open-minded approach. His leadership is tested by opposition from the principal and other lecturers, but he remains dedicated to transformative reform.

The college principal who initially clashes with Dayalan’s reforms. He clings to traditional authority and lets ego influence his decisions, contributing to campus tensions. After a tragedy and mounting guilt, he begins to rethink his stance and accepts responsibility for the events that unfold.

The son of Singaperumal who loves Podhumponnu. He initially supports the old order but is swept up in the campus dynamics and the conflicts between caste groups. His relationship with Podhumponnu and his reactions to the unfolding events drive some of the emotional stakes in the story.

A classmate with a positive image who becomes part of the social landscape shaped by Dayalan’s reforms. She interacts with Pazhanimuthu and witnesses how caste tensions impact student life, while supporting a more inclusive campus culture.

Aadhi is a bright young student who, despite facing economic challenges, receives a good job offer as a result of the campus placement drive. He tragically dies in a motorcycle accident linked to the anger and protests surrounding caste tensions, highlighting the human cost of division.

A participant in the caste-based conflict who represents the student factions involved in the protest culture. His actions reflect the heated atmosphere on campus and the manipulation of caste politics.

A fellow student who is involved in the movement and stands with Dayalan’s reform agenda, contributing to a sense of solidarity within the student body.