Fissures occur in a married couple's relationship when they are unable to conceive a child. The wife is later enamoured by a young man who gives her attention. What happens next forms the rest of the story.

Sundaravadivelu is a wealthy, sadistic and authoritative man who disregards and manipulates everyone within his reach. Through his ruthless deeds, he makes life miserable for everyone in his village, including his ailing wife and two children.