Madhava Padayachi (Sathyaraj) narrates his life to a young man who saves him from shame. He goes to his home village by a bus and feels for Madhava Padayachi who was a rich farmer long time back in his village. Madhavar, as he is fondly called, his wife Velayi (Archana) and their three sons live a happy life in their village. He is an honest and hard working farmer who will do anything for others. And he is well respected by everyone in the village. Velayi is his strength but the others in the family do not approve his nature especially in money matters.

Poverty-stricken Santhanam struggles to take care of his visually impaired brother. However, his life takes a turn after he comes across two women from different social backgrounds.