Pulikkuthi Pandi

A patriarch and traveling comrade singer who embodies community leadership and a rough sense of justice. His generosity is shown in the flashback as he helps others, including giving cows to farm fields. A tragedy in the past, driven by a false murder accusation, shapes the generations that follow.

The modern-day Pandi is a rogue with many petty cases, driven by a code to defend the vulnerable and punish the wicked. He falls in love with Pechi and defends his family and village with rough pragmatism. His actions destabilize the village as he confronts Sannasi Thevar's criminal empire.

Pechi is a strong-willed woman who navigates love, loyalty, and danger in a male-dominated world. She marries Pandi and becomes a driving force for retribution against Sannasi Thevar's family. Her stubborn resolve and courage culminate in a stark act of violence to defend her family.

A ruthless loan shark who commands fear in the village and has four sons. His financial power fuels coercion and debt, drawing the unlikely violence that ends in tragedy. He becomes the target of Pechi's and Pandi's retribution.

The violent elder son who enforces his father’s debt empire with brutal force. His actions escalate the conflict and culminate in a dramatic confrontation with Pechi. He embodies reckless aggression that drives the film toward its grim finale.

A stern police figure who exerts pressure to control crime and public image. He pushes for aggressive action against Pandi and others, contributing to a cycle of punishment and retaliation. His presence highlights the flawed, often coercive nature of law enforcement.

A supportive elder in Pandi's circle who adds humor and streetwise insight to the conflict. He stands by family ties while navigating the village's social codes. His presence helps anchor the younger generation amid escalating violence.

Pechi's brother, part of the family unit that faces financial and social pressures. He embodies the everyday consequences of debt and family loyalties in the village. His role underlines the collateral damage of Sannasi Thevar's power.