Godfather

Anjooran’s youngest son who secretly supports the lovers. He defies his mother’s schemes and uses his position in the family to influence events, signaling a shift away from rigid patriarchal rules.

Ramabhadran’s friend who engineers the plot to divide the lovers by manipulating Ramabhadran and Malu. He is persuasive and opportunistic, deriving power from stirring conflict within the family.

Anjooran’s son who leads a double life as Ramanathan, with a wife Kochammini and two children. His deceit forces the family to confront trust and the cost of hidden identities.

A law college student who falls in love with Malu and becomes the target of Achamma’s plans. He embodies youthful passion and courage, ultimately choosing honor over personal gain.

Anjooran’s son who embodies the older generation’s sense of pride and protection of the family name. He participates in the ongoing feuds and supports traditional authority.

The patriarch whose old-world code forbids women entering the house. He governs with severity but is eventually forced toward reconciliation as the truth unfolds.

Granddaughter of Achamma who genuinely falls for Ramabhadran. She challenges expectations and becomes the catalyst for changing the family’s dynamics.

Swaminathan’s wife who is part of the hidden life behind the façade of respectability. She represents the private side of family, secrets, and resilience.

Anjooran’s wife who schemes to keep Malu from marrying Ramabhadran. She uses family influence to shape the future, driven by pride and control.

The family’s advocate’s son who becomes a focal point during Achamma’s maneuvering for Malu’s marriage. He represents arranged alliances and legal maneuvering.

A member of the Anjooran family whose role supports the political and domestic machinations.

A character from Kadappuram who embodies the village’s perspectives on marriage and honor, contributing to the social fabric of the story.

The advocate representing the Anappara family and a vehicle for the planned marriage arrangements.

One of Achamma’s sons who participates in the family’s schemes and power plays.

A secondary character who helps illustrate the domestic life and social expectations in the family circle.