Naran

A rugged, yet compassionate local figure who rules Mullankolli with a self-made code. He hates injustice and enforces his authority with a walking stick that doubles as a symbol of his control. His kindness toward the weak is tempered by a willingness to violence against those who threaten his village. His personal code becomes the backbone of the village's fragile balance between order and chaos.

A powerful, calculating figure whose influence extends beyond Mullankolli. He tries to orchestrate events from behind the scenes, using money and connections to shape outcomes. His schemes bring unwelcome intruders and reveal the fragility of traditional authority. He underestimates Velayudhan's resolve, which becomes a turning point in the community's fate.

A panchayat member who controls local influence with donations and fear. He uses hired goons and political leverage to keep the status quo. His cowardice and opportunism push others toward rash acts, triggering conflicts that ripple through Mullankolli. He represents the corrupt side of rural governance.

A central figure in Velayudhan's life, whose relationship with him is a source of hope and conflict. Her fate appears linked to the village's honor code and the rivalries that swirl around it. Her interactions reveal the tensions between desire, duty, and social expectations.

Janaki's husband, a heavy drinker who antagonizes Velayudhan and fumbles for his own dignity. His actions provoke confrontation and contribute to the chain of violence surrounding the lovers. He is remorseful, yet trapped by circumstance and addiction.

A prominent female figure who intersects with Velayudhan's journey as a former lover of the village and a symbol of vulnerability in a patriarchal setting. Her presence emphasizes the social stigma faced by women in Mullankolli and how power dynamics impact their lives.

The feudal landlord who raised Velayudhan and embodies the old order's strength and fragility. His death acts as a catalyst that shifts the village's power structure and tests Velayudhan's loyalty and resolve. He is both guardian and tragedy for Mullankolli.

Gopi's henchman who is driven by fear and obedience, and plays a role in the village's danger and intrigue. His actions intensify the conflict and push Velayudhan toward direct confrontation.

Boatman who acts as a friend and ally, assisting Velayudhan during the floods and river adventures. His support underscores the importance of community bonds in times of crisis.