Maharasan

A tough, protective butcher living in a crowded slum who prioritizes family. His pragmatic sense of humor and willingness to challenge others reflect a man torn between loyalty to his sister and the people around him. He navigates love, class, and community pressure to secure a future for his family.

Son of Paramasivan who falls in love with Rani, challenging the family due to class differences. He faces pressure from his father and society, while his own family dynamics—including his elder brother Sekar—complicate his path to marriage. His devotion to Rani is tested by financial and social constraints.

Vadivelu's neighbor who loves him but initially schemes to bring Rani and Ramesh together. She disguises as a boy to influence the situation, and later revelations show she is the daughter of Paramasivan and Vadivu, adding depth to her motives and loyalties.

Vadivelu's 16-year-old sister who loves Ramesh but faces the obstacle of age and poverty. Her relationship with Ramesh highlights the social divides prominent in the story, and her struggles reflect the impact of family and societal expectations on young love.

Ramesh and Sekar's father, a politician who seeks to influence Vadivelu through bribery and political maneuvering. His worldview is challenged as family secrets come to light, testing his authority and his willingness to accept or deny biological ties.

Paramasivan's driver who becomes involved in bribery and blackmail. He manipulates circumstances to gain a pay rise and plays a pivotal role in the family's political and criminal entanglements.

Ramesh's elder brother, married with a son named Paramasivan. The discovery that Sekar might not be Paramasivan's biological son drives tension within the family and adds to the central questions of lineage and belonging.

Paramasivan's wife and Selvi's mother, who hints at infidelity and later reveals the truth about their child's paternity. Her actions and the baby swap become crucial to unraveling the family’s tangled past.

A neighbor character who contributes to the film's social texture, providing humor and community insight as events unfold around the family.