Chidambaram Pillai, a revolutionary leader, starts the first shipping company in India. With the help of this company, he fights against the monopoly of the British over maritime trade out of India.
Durai is happily married to Amudha, a rich woman. When Durai's close friend, Naganathan, dies in an accident and he decides to support his family, it causes a major rift between the couple.
Pattinatthar, a married man, sets out on a deeply spiritual journey and learns several valuable lessons which change his life.
When Prabha dies in a hospital while delivering her child, Susheela, a compassionate nurse, looks after her daughter, Indra. However, Karunamurthi creates problems for Susheela.