Velu Jaishankar a poor farmer, loses his sister Dhanam as a result of atrocities and exploitation of landlord Periyasamy. To avenge his sister's dying, Velu kills Periyasamy's brother. He then escapes from there. He joins a gang of dacoits, headed by Narasingam. The gang is initially perturbed by Velu's presence, however his braveness and good nature wins him their love and respect. Velu succeeds Narasingam as gang chief. His purpose is to rob the wealthy and save the poor. He's continuously in search of a possibility to take revenge towards Periyasamy. Velu forgets that his spouse is ready for his return to his village. Lastly, Velu takes revenge on Periyasamy and surrenders to police.
