Paathshaala

A new English teacher who quickly earns the trust of students and staff. He brings music into the classroom and becomes a catalyst for solidarity against the school's commercialization. His empathy and resolve drive him to protect students from abusive policies.

The respected but beleaguered principal who has built the school's reputation. He faces pressure from the board and Dholakia to expand profits and modernize facilities, leading to morally questionable decisions. His eventual crisis exposes the conflict between leadership and integrity.

Nutritionist and girls’ hostel warden who becomes a confidant and ally to Rahul. She navigates career ambitions (including a US job offer) while remaining loyal to her colleagues and students. Her presence adds a human perspective to the school's pressures.

A student who suffers from the escalating tension as he harbors a crush on Natasha. His experiences reflect how the commercialization and media pressure affect adolescence and friendships.

A bright student who becomes infatuated with Rahul. Her feelings complicate school dynamics and highlight peer pressure and the emotional stakes of classroom relationships.

The school manager who helps push the administration's aggressive reforms. His pragmatic, sometimes blunt style embodies the managerial pressure behind education commercialization.

The chairman who pressures Aditya to upgrade facilities and push revenue. He represents the corporate-side threat to educational ethics and the fear of closure if profits don’t improve.

Sports teacher and union leader who resists the new management policies. He plays a key role in organizing teachers against the commercialization push.

The peon whose presence underscores the daily grind of a school under financial strain. Through small, quiet actions he reflects the human cost of policy changes.

Geography teacher who is part of the faculty network. He represents the long-standing staff who witness policy shifts and their effects on students.

A character in the cast who appears in the story; his specific role is not elaborated in the summary, but he helps populate the school's social world.