Velaiyilla Pattathari

A civil engineering graduate who has been unemployed for four years and will only take a job in his field. His stubborn pursuit of professional work strains his relationship with his father, while his mother remains a source of support. He falls in love with Shalini, and his integrity guides his decisions as he navigates personal loss and career pressure.

Raghuvaran's neighbor and love interest who initially despises him but grows to care as she understands his hardships. She is practical, patient, and ultimately supportive of Raghuvaran's journey toward stability.

A business newcomer who aggressively pursues the same government contract, using illegal methods and hiring rowdies to disrupt Raghuvaran's project. His fear of failure drives him to retaliate, creating a tense conflict.

Raghuvaran's compassionate mother, who suffers a heart condition. She supports her son but dies after Raghuvaran misses a call during a date, which becomes a turning point for him and fuels his later guilt and determination.

Recipient of Bhuvana's lungs; a chain smoker with lung cancer. Her life is saved by the transplant, and her relationship with Raghuvaran's efforts intersects with his job on the government flats project.

Chairman of a civil engineering company in Chennai who offers Raghuvaran a job as a token of gratitude for saving his daughter's life, highlighting the film's themes of opportunity and social networks.

Raghuvaran's younger brother who works for an IT company and enjoys his father's approval, highlighting different life choices within the same family.

Raghuvaran's father, a stern figure who values discipline and traditional success, whose expectations frequently clash with Raghuvaran's career choices.

One of Raghuvaran's assistants on the construction project; dependable and practical, contributing to the team's ability to overcome obstacles.

Another assistant who helps manage the project and supports Raghuvaran's leadership on-site.

Mother of Shalini who is aware of her daughter's evolving relationship with Raghuvaran and provides quiet support for her daughter's choices.