Rowthiram

A fearless young man trained in Kalaripayattu by his grandfather. Guided by a strict personal code of justice, he defends the vulnerable even at great personal risk. His path tests loyalty to family and friends as he faces relentless threats from rival gangs and authorities.

A determined law student and the daughter of a police official who believes in Shiva’s instinct to defend the vulnerable. She bails Shiva out of custody and grows to admire his courage, becoming his love interest. Her courage and sense of justice push him to balance action with restraint.

A volatile gang leader whose anger becomes personal with Shiva, promising a chilling feud. He orchestrates confrontations and vows to see Shiva dead, escalating the cycle of retaliation. His presence casts a looming shadow over every decision Shiva makes.

A law student who belongs to Gowri’s gang, humiliated by Shiva’s earlier stand, and resolved to exact revenge. He uses clever tricks and aggression to challenge Shiva, making every encounter dangerous. His rivalry with Shiva tests Shiva’s resolve and sense of justice.

The elder mentor who trains Shiva in Kalaripayattu and bequeaths a moral code that guides his actions. He serves as the film’s moral compass, a reminder of duty and sacrifice. His memory provides strength when Shiva faces tough choices.

A protective father figure who hopes Shiva will seek safety and a peaceful future. He urges restraint and practical choices, creating tension with Shiva’s instinct to jump into danger for others. He embodies the family expectation of security over heroism.

A police official whose stance reflects a commitment to law and order. He pushes Shiva toward restraint and rational thinking, balancing the pull of action with responsibility. His authority adds pressure on Shiva to avoid reckless heroics.

Kavitha’s husband and part of the extended family circle, bringing a sense of ordinary life and the consequences of family decisions into Shiva’s world. He embodies the stability and complexity of the family ties that shape Shiva’s choices.

A nurturing presence who yearns for her son’s safety while recognizing his duty to others. Her concerns reflect the domestic stakes of Shiva’s vigilante path and the fear of losing him to danger. She anchors the family’s emotional core.

Shiva’s brother, whose marriage is part of the family’s broader upheavals in the story. He adds to the sense of personal stakes and the conflict between family life and duty. His ties to the family heighten Shiva’s sense of responsibility.