Kireedam

A hopeful, honest young man whose initial resolve to become a police inspector clashes with the violence surrounding him. He rises as a local savior after protecting his father and gaining notoriety among market traders, but his fame blinds him to the consequences of his actions. The story follows his emotional unraveling as family pressure, revenge, and peer influence push him toward a dark path.

A hardcore criminal who rules the Ramapuram market through extortion and intimidation. He becomes Sethu's arch-nemesis after a brutal beating and seeks revenge when he survives the clash. His presence embodies the violent underworld that jeopardizes the community and challenges the protagonist's sense of justice.

An honest and loving police constable, he hopes his son will join the force as an inspector. His transfer to Ramapuram and his steadfast adherence to duty strain his relationship with Sethu, especially as he grapples with his son’s disruptive choices. He embodies the moral center of the family amid mounting turmoil.

Sethu's fiancée who defies parental pressure to marry a different man. Her decision to follow her heart leads to separation from Sethu and a lonely, unfulfilled arc that highlights themes of personal autonomy and lost love. Devi remains a pivotal emotional touchstone for Sethu’s inner conflict.

A local thug who claims to be a henchman of Sethu and aggressively extorts money from traders. His actions catalyze a cycle of violence that heightens Sethu's vulnerability and complicates his standing in the community.

The lieutenant of Keerikadan, who becomes a target in a violent confrontation. His injury and hospitalization mark a turning point in the escalation of the feud between rival factions.

Sethu’s childhood friend who tries to calm tensions and keep him grounded. His loyalty reflects the close-knit social bonds that inform the protagonist’s choices and the community’s overall stability.

Sethu’s brother-in-law who sides with the extortionists, complicating familial bonds and testing Sethu’s ability to protect his loved ones. His actions contribute to the sense that violence has permeated all levels of the community.