Subhalekha

A multi-talented individual who works as a waiter at a star hotel, Narasimha Murthy combines practical skill with warmth. He befriends Sujatha and offers emotional support, often challenging social expectations. After a public humiliation and job loss, he continues to stand by Sujatha and helps navigate the conflicts created by Adiseshayayya’s actions.

A college lecturer who refuses to bow to dowry demands, Sujatha becomes a target of social pressure and family conflict. Her defiance strains her relationship with her parents and leads to a period of estrangement. Her journey is marked by independence, perseverance, and eventual alignment with Murthy's values.

A councilor and patriarchal figure, Adiseshayya puts dowry and social standing at the center of family strategy. He wields influence to control outcomes and faces a humbling arc as the plot unfolds. His power struggles reflect the conflicts between traditional authority and reformist forces.

Adiseshayayya's younger son, Murali is driven by love and a willingness to push boundaries to secure his marriage. His actions, including a bold threat to commit suicide to force a union, complicate family dynamics. He remains a loyal ally to Lakshmi and plays a key role in the evolving marital arrangements.

Sujatha's younger sister, Lakshmi falls for Murali and actively pursues her own marital happiness. She challenges the dowry system by seeking legal support, resulting in a custody lawsuit that confronts parental control and traditional expectations. Her bold stance drives a crucial turning point in the story.

Ankella Adiseshayayya's elder son, Mohan represents the traditional, sometimes brittle, patriarchal line. His actions and decisions are tied to maintaining family status, and his eventual marriage to Murthy's widowed cousin signals complex shifting alliances within the family.

A senior contact at Allwyn, Rao becomes a critical ally who helps Sujatha find employment in Hyderabad. He acts as a pragmatic mediator who facilitates practical solutions in the face of social obstacles. His involvement helps bridge the worlds of Sujatha's professional and personal life.