Jiivi

A well-read, introspective young man who works at a juice/tea stall and becomes entangled in crime to support his family. He is loyal, analytical, and driven to undo the damage his actions cause, even at personal risk.

A maternal figure who treats Saravanan like a brother. Her life’s hardships and family troubles create the moral pressure that shapes the story’s chain of events.

Sivagami’s hot-headed brother who becomes a volatile obstacle, quick to doubt Saravanan and driven by impulsive loyalties that heighten the conflict.

Sivagami’s daughter whose wedding jewels and fragile marriage narrative drive much of the plot’s emotional stakes. Her despair after the theft culminates in a dangerous turning point.

Saravanan’s neighbor and friend who becomes an unwitting participant in the jewel swap, contributing to the story’s misdirection and tension.

A colleague whose past actions are misread by the police, illustrating the dangers of quick judgments and social stigma.