PK - Characters & Cast

To retrieve his stolen remote control so he can return to his home planet.

Starts as a naive, blank-slate observer who is confused by Earth's ways. Through his quest, he evolves into a wise critic of society, learning to lie (for kindness) and to love (selflessly). He eventually leaves Earth but returns with a new understanding of human nature.

To find a breaking news story and later, to help PK expose Tapasvi Maharaj and return home.

Begins as a heartbroken journalist disillusioned by a prophecy. Her encounter with PK restores her faith in truth and love. She finds the courage to confront her father's beliefs and reunite with her lost love.

To maintain his power, wealth, and influence over his followers by exploiting their fear of God.

He starts as a revered, untouchable godman. His authority is slowly chipped away by PK's logic until he is publicly humiliated and exposed as a fraud on live television.

To prove that his love for Jaggu transcends religious and national boundaries.

A Pakistani architecture student who falls for Jaggu in Belgium. He is the victim of a misunderstanding caused by religious prejudice but remains loyal, waiting years for Jaggu to contact him.

To help his strange 'amnesiac' friend find his way.

A bandmaster who befriends PK early on. He helps PK adapt to Earth and tragically dies in a terrorist attack while trying to help PK retrieve his remote, serving as a catalyst for PK's emotional growth.