Sakhavu

Krishnakumar, aka Kichu, is a ruthless youth-wing leader who seeks higher political standing by destroying rivals, even at the cost of friendships. He orchestrates violence to consolidate power within his party and tests loyalties to the limit. A hospital visit introduces him to a broader story about Krishnan and the era’s legacy, prompting self-reflection. His arc culminates in a return to the field to defend a controversial lineage of leadership.

Janaki is Krishnan's wife, depicted as a steady voice amid political upheaval. Her relationship anchors the human cost of activism and highlights personal sacrifice, resilience, and loyalty within a tumultuous political world.

Krishnan is a principled party member who leads a strike at a tea estate to demand fair wages. His courage to challenge a landlord sparks mobilization among workers and reshapes local power dynamics. His later illness and family life emphasize the personal toll of political commitment. His legacy becomes a touchstone for the next generation.

Tony is a land grabber who confronts Krishnan's movement and threatens workers' livelihoods. His stabbing of Krishnan marks a brutal clash of interests and a turning point for the unfolding political drama. He embodies opportunism and personal ambition that threaten the wider cause.

Kuriyachan is a party leader who operates from behind the scenes, steering key decisions and shaping the movement's direction. His influence illustrates how leadership dynamics drive the plot and influence outcomes.

Prabhakaran is an acquaintance of the comrade who helps connect Krishnan's past with the present, serving as a bridge between generations of the party's ideology.

The doctor who treats Krishnan after his stroke frames the human impact of political violence and illness. Medical scenes provide a grounded contrast to the heated political rhetoric.

Janaki's father appears as a family elder, representing traditional values within a landscape of ideological conflict. He anchors the personal side of events and the community's social fabric.