Life of Josutty

Josutty is the son of Joseph and Soshamma, growing up in a middle-class, traditional Christian farming family. He is a dreamer who aims for priesthood but is constrained by debt and a practical upbringing; he drops out in sixth standard. He is earnest, loyal, and cautious about not burdening others, yet gradually learns to navigate life beyond strict ideals. Over time, he moves from a rigid idealist to a man who rebuilds his life after setbacks.

Jessy is Josutty's childhood friend and love interest, a determined young woman willing to stand against her father to marry him. She embodies loyalty and resolve, but ultimately marries someone else and moves on. Her choices reflect independence and the defiance of social expectations for love. Her arc highlights the limits and shifts of long-standing childhood bonds.

Rose is a divorcée nurse living in New Zealand whose bipolar behavior and past relationship create a complicated dynamic with Josutty. Their marriage is pragmatic, but her actions—pursuing an ex-boyfriend—bring confusion and pain. Her presence marks a turning point in Josutty's understanding of trust and resilience. The relationship underscores how personal turmoil can affect shared dreams.

Priya becomes a significant presence in Josutty's life during his New Zealand years, offering friendship and support as he rebuilds his future. She is married to her own circumstances, which prevents a new romance from fully blooming, yet she remains a stabilizing influence. Along with Devassy, she helps run the restaurant that becomes central to their community. Her role embodies loyalty and practical help in building a new life abroad.

Devassy is a pragmatic, dependable ally who assists Josutty in his efforts to restart life in New Zealand by lending practical support as they run a restaurant. He represents a grounded, workplace-based companionship that helps stabilize Josutty's world. His steady presence contrasts with the emotional turbulence around romantic relationships. He embodies friendship and hands-on help in rebuilding life abroad.

Joseph is Josutty's father, a figure of authority and tradition whose expectations shape his son's early years. His presence or absence, especially at moments of crisis, tests the family dynamic. His passing becomes a catalyst for Josutty's return home and reevaluation of life choices. The character embodies the weight of parental authority in a close-knit community.

Soshamma is Josutty's mother, anchored in the family’s traditional life. Her losses—along with those of other close ties—profoundly affect Josutty when he returns home. She represents warmth and familial continuity, whose absence is deeply felt during times of transition and grief. The mother figure helps ground the emotional core of the family saga.

Swapna is a door-to-door saleswoman who becomes Josutty's wife, signaling a hopeful new beginning. She represents a chance to redefine family and love, culminating in a commitment to a fuller life with Josutty. Her arrival marks a shift from loss and distance to new bonds and a blended future.

Jessy's father is the authority figure who refuses to bless the union with Josutty, acting as a key obstacle in the central romance. His stance embodies traditional expectations and familial pressure that complicate love. His role helps drive the emotional tension that shapes Jessy’s eventual choice to move on.