Chadrasekhar alias Chandru, is a graduate but he cannot find a job so he often goes to jail for earning a living. He lives with his friend Jeeva. Jothi, a fearless criminal lawyer, fights against injustice. Chandru falls in love with Devi while Jothi is in love with Chandru.
Aravind's parents have raised orphans Chandru and Krishna as their own and the three are great friends. Chandru loves Amrita, Aravind's sister, but is hesitant. Aravind's love life too is troubled.