The disciplined, well-respected village idli shop owner and Murugan's father who passes away early, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, tradition, and non-violence.
Arul's beloved maternal uncle, also known as Sokku Mama, who reunites with Arul at the wedding venue. He becomes emotionally overwhelmed upon learning that Arul's parents could not attend the celebration, highlighting the family's enduring ties.
Adopted by Nesamani's family and trusted with the family home during their migration to Malaysia. He develops a romantic relationship with Revathi. After Vellayamma's murder, Pandiyar is falsely accused and arrested. The narrative primarily follows his efforts to clear his name and prove his innocence in court.
Boss's adopted brother and former family protector. He fights off attackers during the massacre but survives only to fall into a coma. He awakens years later, kills Felix John in the final confrontation, and is subsequently cared for by Boss.
Rajarajan is a police constable, husband and father who hopes his elder son, Sakthi, will become a sub-inspector. His honesty brings conflict with powerful figures, and his changing reactions to Sakthi's fights strain their relationship. After Sakthi kills Varadan, Rajarajan tells him to surrender and witnesses the police arrest him.
Niraipandiyan Thevar is one of Viruman's uncles. After Viruman rejects living with his father, he asks for his uncles to raise him, identifying Niraipandiyan Thevar as part of the family support system that takes responsibility for him after his mother's death.
Dorai is Balu's father and a powerful chieftain from Theni. When Kasi's attempt to kill Balu instead endangers him, Dorai realizes his son is being targeted and decides to protect him. During a temple festival, Balu saves Dorai from Kasi's attack, and Dorai urges Balu to fight Kasi.
Durai is Balu's chieftain father and protects Anbu from Pechi's vengeance. He supports Anbu's ambition to become an IAS officer and is accidentally stabbed when Pechi's men attack them. Fearing the incident could spark communal riots and ruin the temple festival, he asks Balu to keep it secret. He later recovers and reunites with Balu and Sembaruthi.
Veera Pandi is a respected political power broker in Pandiapuram, husband of Thangam, and father of Selvam and Selvi. He challenges Rajalingam's corrupt plans, sends Selvam to Trichy for protection, and later confronts Rajalingam over black-money land dealings. Though Radhika's family initially believes he killed her father, he reveals that ruling-party goons were responsible and ultimately forgives her.
Muthuramalingam is a wealthy and powerful landlord in Semmanur who employs Bhoominathan as his bodyguard. He faces a deadly feud with a rival, distrusts Bhoominathan's relationship with Meera, and violently tries to stop their escape. Later ill, he ultimately encourages Meera to leave with Bhoominathan and accepts their union.
Raaki Annan trains Ponnar and his twin brother in martial arts. Earlier, while serving Nellian Kodan, he saved the boys when they were small children from Manthiappan. His protection and tutelage help the twins survive and grow into capable fighters.
Vijay is Atmaram’s elder son and Ravi’s older brother. He honestly supports the family while Atmaram depends on him, and he struggles to afford treatment for his young son’s heart ailment. Overworking to earn extra money, Vijay falls from a height and dies. His death prompts Atmaram to recognize his responsibility to the family.
Rajkiran has 71 screen credits in a career dating back to 1978. Their work is anchored in the Sandakozhi Collection universe with 2 titles. Signature works include Thalaimurai, Aranmanai Kili, Idli Kadai. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
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