Black Cat, White Cat - Characters & Cast

To marry his true love, Ida, and escape the corrupt influence of his father and Dadan.

Zare starts as a frustrated teen trapped in his father's incompetent, criminal world. Through his love for Ida, he finds the courage to rebel, outsmart the gangsters, and escape down the river to forge his own destiny.

To maintain power, secure wealth, and forcefully marry off his sister to save his own pride.

Dadan begins as the terrifying, coked-up ruler of the local underworld who manipulates everyone. His hubris and cruelty eventually lead to his humiliating downfall into a literal cesspit.

To get rich quick without doing any real work, leading him into disastrous alliances.

Matko spends the entire film making terrible decisions, betraying his friends, and gambling away his family's future. He experiences no real redemption, ending up as Dadan's sole remaining lackey.

To preserve his legacy, help his old friend, and find a suitable wife for his giant grandson.

The aging, romantic mob boss who values loyalty over money. He reunites with his old friend Zarije, helps the younger generation escape, and affirms that honor still exists.

To protect Zare and build a life with him away from the village's madness.

Ida remains a constant source of fiery, practical energy. She helps scheme against Dadan, ultimately securing the stolen wedding money to fund her and Zare's escape.