Padayottam

The court schemer who resents Udayan’s ascent and engineers plots against the prince. He embodies ruthless ambition, manipulating others to weaken the throne. His greed leads him to risk everything for power, provoking a cascade of betrayals that test the kingdom’s stability.

The Kolathiri Raja whose rule anchors the kingdom’s stability. His decisions and alliances shape the royal succession, and his anger at perceived treachery fuels several confrontations. He embodies kingly authority tempered by the complexities of court politics.

The queen who loves Udayan and navigates the palace’s dangerous political currents. She understands the value of identity and lineage, guiding the truth toward the rightful heir. Her wisdom helps unite divided factions and smooths the path to reconciliation.

The prince whose ingenuity and bravery propel him from a royal banishment to a clandestine reintegration. He uses disguise and strategy to reclaim his place, yet his journey ultimately reveals the complexities of vengeance and forgiveness. He is a charismatic leader whose choices shape the fate of the kingdom.

Marakkar’s daughter who survives by wit and courage. She emerges as the sole eyewitness and rightful heir, crucial to unravelling the plot. Her presence anchors the resolution and restores legitimacy to the rightful line.

A dacoit leader used by Kammaran to trap Udayan, representing the brutal margins of power. His involvement intensifies the kingdom’s peril and highlights how merciless tactics threaten the realm. His fall marks a turning point in the palace’s nemesis dynamics.

The king’s son who loves Laila and shows noble restraint even amid tumult. He ultimately surrenders to Udayan, symbolizing reconciliation over fraternal strife. His presence embodies familial duty and the possibility of pacifying decades of conflict.

A powerful noble who battles to protect his standing, entangling the throne in a web of misdirection. His actions accelerate the conflict, culminating in a tragic self-destruction that exposes the rot at court’s core.

A trusted slave who becomes a key ally to Udayan, guiding him toward hidden truths. His loyalty and courage help salvaged figures of Marakkar heritage, shaping the path to rightful restoration.