Pazhani

A reformed convict released after 15 years who secretly protects his sister Karpagambal and falls in love with Deepti. He adopts a false name, Vellaiyan, to shield his identity from his sister’s world, and ultimately fights to keep his family safe, even at great personal cost. His arc blends loyalty, cunning, and a willingness to break rules for family.

A wealthy but scheming husband whose wealth becomes a weapon in a web of deceit. He underestimates Pazhani and is betrayed by his entourage, leading to the loss of his home and status. He grows to recognize his mistakes as the story moves toward a tense confrontation.

Wife of Jeevanandham and Pazhani’s sister. She harbors childhood resentment toward Pazhani, triggered by a past tragedy. After learning the truth, she becomes central to the family’s fortunes and ultimately witnesses Pazhani reframe the family’s power dynamics.

Pazhani’s love interest who provides emotional resonance and a grounding human connection amid the family warfare. Her relationship with Pazhani anchors his desire to protect and redeem his family.

An unscrupulous moneylender who cheats Jeevanandham and manipulates events from behind the scenes. He becomes Pazhani’s primary adversary and is ultimately killed by Pazhani in the climactic struggle.

A money-minded concubine whose betrayal accelerates the conflict. She abandons Jeevanandham and aligns with Vaikundan, meeting her end in the final confrontation.

Pazhani and Karpagambal’s father; the backstory reveals he had a concubine and Pazhani killed her at age 10, leading to a jail term to protect his mother. This history informs Pazhani’s complex relationship with his sister and his own sense of duty.