Gangotri

A powerful factionist who commands loyalty through fear and control. He enforces strict boundaries around Gangotri and Narasimha, and his actions propel the central tragedy. Beneath his authority lies a conflicted pride that is tested by love and loss.

Neelakantham's devoted wife and Gangotri's mother. She embodies protective maternal love and endurance in a world ruled by male authority. Her quiet strength anchors the family through danger and sorrow.

The daughter born after years of misfortune, believed to carry a water-related curse. Raised under strict protection, she shows resilience and a longing for freedom. Her bond with Simhadri forms the emotional core of the story.

Narasimha’s son and Gangotri’s close companion who grows into her protector and love interest. He embodies loyalty, courage, and a willingness to defy danger for those he cares about. His journey moves from playful friendship to determined resolve.

A devoted follower of Neelakantham who acts as a bridge between the protective family and the tragic conflict. His integrity is tested as deception and violence escalate, and he becomes a casualty in the power struggle.

A protective, affectionate mother whose life is caught in the crossfire of the feud. Her death marks a turning point in the narrative and underscores the cost of the patriarch’s rule.

The childhood companion and entertainer who forms the early bond with Gangotri. His presence foreshadows the deep connection that matures into adult love.

Gangotri’s younger self represents the early resilience and sheltered upbringing that frames her later choices and longing for companionship with Simhadri.