Pavithram

A steadfast, self-sacrificing man who takes on the dual role of brother and guardian to Meenakshi after the family’s upheaval. He suppresses his own dreams to provide stability and care, demonstrating quiet resilience and deep emotional commitment. His journey includes protecting Meenakshi from the consequences of others’ choices and confronting his own emotional limits.

Meenakshi grows from a child under Unni’s care into a young woman navigating city life and its temptations. Her exposure to modern culture and fashion strains her bond with Unni, yet she remains central to his sense of purpose. Her choices drive much of the film’s emotional arc and eventual reconsideration of family ties.

Devakiyamma is the mother whose secret pregnancy intertwines with the family’s honor and fear. Her death during childbirth leaves a lasting void that shapes Unni’s protective instincts and Ramakrishnan’s family dynamics. Her complex choices ripple through the generations, influencing how the family negotiates stigma and duty.

Easwara Pillai is a patriarch whose past infidelity and subsequent departure create a fracture in the family. His absence after a moment of upheaval intensifies Unni’s sense of responsibility and accelerates the family’s reliance on each other. His actions catalyze the movie’s exploration of fault, pride, and reconciliation.

Ramakrishnan, a doctor brother, embodies modern professional success within a traditional family framework. His marriage shows differing attitudes toward children and domestic life, highlighting tensions between personal aspirations and family expectations. He remains a key influence on Meenakshi’s world and the family’s outlook.

Meera is Unni’s love interest whose future is shaped by family expectations and parental guidance. Her chances of marriage and career are framed against the backdrop of a traditional society that values stability over romance alone. Her choices intersect with Unni’s protective instincts and Meenakshi’s path to adulthood.