as: Ahilya Devi (Nani)
Ahilya Devi, Runjhun's maternal grandmother, is the only one in the household who showers Runjhun with true love and affection. Her main concern is Runjhun's marriage and wants Runjhun to be blessed with the prince of her dreams. Ahilya Devi often shields Runjhun from the taunts and ire of her uncles and aunts.
as: Runjhun
Runjhun is a beautiful and simple girl who brings good fortune wherever she goes. Orphaned in childhood, she has been raised by her maternal grandmother. She stays with her three maternal uncles, their wives and children. Runjhun is always cheerful and dutifully performs all tasks handed to her. Her status in the household is no better than that of a servant. However, Runjhun has no complaints. Runjhun becomes the victim of the conniving ways of her aunts who marry her off to a local goon who agrees to live in their household.
as: Rajju Pandey
The eldest son of the Pandey household, Rajjannath is hardly ever known by his real name. Popularly known as Rajju, he deals in the manufacturing and export perfumes. Rajju is self-centered and egoistic and regards himself to be highly successful and influential. He is a hen-pecked husband and falls even for the slightest flattery.
as: Billo Pandey
The second daughter-in-law of the Pandey household, Billo is the prized possession of her husband Bantu who is dark, unattractive and slightly plump. Coming from a poor family, it was her fair and beautiful complexion which earned her a place in the rich and respected Pandey family. While Billo is obsessed with gold and jewellery, her husband is obsessed with her beauty and often leaves his saree shop to come home and spend time with her. Unsure of her husband's capabilities, Billo gives out auto-rickshaws on hire and has a parallel source of income.
as: Guddu Shukla
A young man of 25-26 years, Guddu Shukla is the local goon who runs a carom club and CD library in the area. Confident and temperamental, the real person behind the tough exterior that Guddu sports is not known to many. Guddu is witty and is always equipped with smart one-liners for all occasions. He is happy-go-lucky and lives for the day. His marriage to Runjhun changes his complete outlook towards life and Guddu becomes a changed man.
as: Kukkan
One of Guddu's best friends who always supports him. He does anything Guddu asks of him. After Guddu and Runjhun's wedding, Kukkan supports Runjhun and helps Guddu to understand her. At Guddu's request, Kukkan marries Mahadevi so that the Pandey family reputation is not tarnished.
as: Jabbu
One of Guddu's best friends who spends his free time wooing girls. He has an affair with Mahadevi and deserts her. Jabbu and Guddu have a falling out after his treatment of Mahadevi. He vows to take revenge against Kukkan. Jabbu blames Runjhun and Mahadevi for his situation.
as: Vishnu Pandey
The youngest son of the Pandey household, Vishnu is a criminal lawyer by profession and operates out of a makeshift office at home. His dream is to become a politician and is often seen making contacts and networking. Vishnu's relations with his wife Kalsanwali are not cordial and he often beats her up. He believes in keeping her under control and showing her that he is the 'boss' around. However, Kalsanwali does not take things lying down and retaliates in an equally aggressive manner.
as: Kalsonwali
The youngest bahu of the Pandey household, Sangita is known by the name of the village she comes from (Kalsan) and is referred to as Kalsanwali. She comes from a family of strong political connections and often threatens others using her parental influence. Brought up with people who take to arms and violence at the slightest resort, Kalsanwali too has adopted aggressive behavior. Her husband Vishnu is equally aggressive and believes in keeping her under control and showing her that he is the 'boss' around. However, Kalsanwali fights back tooth and nail and does not let her husband dominate over her. She often vents out her fury over her miserable married life on Runjhun and assaults her.
as: Mitho Pandey
The eldest daughter-in-law of the Pandey household, Mitho is known to all as a glib and sweet talker. However, few know how ruthless, cold and cunning she can really be. Mitho believes in spending money for the sake of maintaining her status in the society. She has managed to keep her husband Rajju wrapped around her little finger with her incessant flattery of even his tiniest action. Behind his back, Mitho mocks at Rajju's foolishness but is happy that she is able to manipulate him.
as: Bantu Pandey
The second son of the Pandey household, Batuknath is called by his pet name Bantu. Bantu is dark, unattractive and slightly plump and is obsessed with his fair and beautiful wife Billo. He is a hen-pecked husband and seeks his wife's advice even for the slightest matters. He runs a saree shop but often shuts it down to come home and spend time with his wife.
as: Mahadevi Pandey
The daughter of Rajju and Mitho Pandy, Mahadevi is extremely spoiled girl who is used to getting whatever she wants. She falls in love with Jabbo and is devastated when he leaves her. Kukkan marries her to save her family's honor.
as: Diamond Pandey
Son of Rajju and Mitho Pandey and brother of Mahadevi. Diamond is disdainful to Runjhun like his family members but changes his attitude toward her when he realizes the true nature of his parents and Chachas & Chachis.
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