S1, E2: At Aasaithambi’s party, Ramajayam has a tiff with the minister. Kathiravan guides Shankar to take advantage of the situation and take over Ramajayam and Reddy's business. When Aasaithambi comes to rescue Ramajayam and Reddy at the police station, Shankar insults him. Later, Shankar takes control of the city's entire illicit liquor and brothel business.