Kadal

A brilliant yet unruly figure who turns to crime and manipulation to assert control. His cruelty and cunning drive the village’s tension, culminating in a confrontation that tests whether evil can truly be restrained by force. He is also Bea's father, adding a personal dimension to the conflict.

A well-respected, compassionate figure in the village who becomes entangled in Bergmans' schemes. He fights for justice, helps others, and endures imprisonment before restoring his reputation. His perseverance and protective nature drive the story toward its climactic resolution.

Bea is Bergmans' daughter who crosses paths with Thomas and Sam amid a series of dramatic events. Her presence intensifies family tensions and complicates loyalties, especially as her identity becomes entwined with her father’s past violence.

A local boy who grows up in a rough neighborhood and learns the fishing trade from villagers. He becomes entangled with Bergmans' smuggling operations and falls in love with Bea, creating a web of loyalties that he must navigate to find his own path.

A woman from a distant village whom Bergmans asks Sam to bring in; she becomes part of the complicating events surrounding the accusations and the ensuing confrontation.

The mother of Thomas, a background figure who represents the family ties and the rough conditions from which Thomas emerges. Her presence underscores the village’s interconnected lives and struggles.

A local fisherman whose life intersects with the village’s darker activities. His role contributes to the seeds of conflict and the sense of a community under strain.

The wife of Bergmans, whose presence hints at the domestic life behind the villain’s exterior. Her character adds nuance to Bergmans’ personal world and the consequences of his choices.