Athang is the tale of a discerning young man named Rau also known as Raavan living under the shadow of a soul trapped in its own curse. While Rau is battling his demons and trying to survive the inevitable pain, a curious young woman named Sushila arrives at the Sardekhmukh's residence, where women are forbidden. Rukmini, who is Rau's widowed maternal aunt advises Sushila that she stays hidden from Rau and away from the lake.