Magamuni

Cab driver in Chennai who also works as a thug for a corrupt politician named Muthuraj. He longs to leave crime behind and protect his wife Viji and their son Prabha. His life is upended when he is framed for murder, and he discovers a deeper moral pull through his twin brother Muni. Ultimately, he confronts the corruption and seeks a path of redemption inspired by his brother’s influence.

Good Samaritan and organic farmer living near Erode, devoted to Swami Vivekananda, Tamil literature, and a simple, principled life. He aspires to be a Nitya Brahmachari and share knowledge with students, serving as a moral compass for Maga. He is drawn into the conflict and is misidentified by authorities, ultimately paying a heavy personal price. His bond with Maga reveals a shared destiny and a model of peaceful resistance.

Journalism student and daughter of Jayaraman who admires Muni’s calm, principled worldview. She becomes a thoughtful ally to Maga and Muni, supporting them through danger and illness. Her presence highlights the clash between class, caste, and reform-minded ideals within the story.

Soft-spoken landlord and father of Deepa who disapproves of his daughter’s association with Muni due to caste differences. He attempts to eliminate Muni as part of a broader power struggle, representing the old social order. His actions escalate the personal stakes and violence in the narrative.

Corrupt politician’s ally who uses influence to trap Maga and shield himself from accountability. He betrays Maga by revealing his whereabouts to the police and stokes the criminal machine for personal gain. His scheming is a central engine of the story’s tension and tragedy.

Rival gangster who thrives on manipulation and violence, aiming to fix Maga for a murder and to expand his own influence. His henchmen attack Muni, intensifying the danger for both brothers. He stands as a principal antagonist whose downfall aligns with Maga’s final act of vengeance.

Maga and Muni’s mother whose mental illness and abandonment shaped their early lives. The film uses flashbacks to reveal the tragedy of her absence and its impact on the brothers’ path. Her story threads through themes of memory, guilt, and reconciliation.

Wife of Maga and mother to Prabha; she believes in Maga’s fundamental goodness and becomes deeply affected by the chaos around him. Her faith in his return is tested by misinterpretations that lead to tragedy, including her own suicide after believing Maga is dead.

Hospital doctor who treats Maga and Muni after they are wounded. He witnesses the toll of violence on the body and the limitations of the justice system, acting as a steady presence amid chaos.