Chennai, India – Rajeev Menon Studios has officially announced the theatrical release of its latest Tamil feature film, Kannagi Nagar, arriving nationwide on December 5. Produced by Dr. Rajeev Madhavan Menon and distributed by Premaalaya Studios, the film brings to life a gripping emotional thriller set in one of Chennai’s most talked-about neighbourhoods.
Directed by Dheena and enriched by the soulful music of Thenisai Thendral Deva, Kannagi Nagar tells a heart-wrenching story centered on two tsunami-orphaned children, Kutty and Meena. Raised by their grandmother, their lives take a violent turn when Meena is kidnapped. Believing she is dead, Kutty spirals into darkness and seeks revenge with the help of a mentally unstable charity founder. When Kutty later learns Meena is alive in Thailand, his journey takes a shocking twist as love, guilt, and fate collide.
The cast features Gautham (Kutty), Deepa Umapathi (Meena), Muthuraj (Dharma), Bala Singh (Vaathiyaar), and Ko. Raviraj, all delivering intense, realistic performances. Cinematographer Mohammed Farhan captures the soul of Kannagi Nagar, while editors Marish and K. Manikandan shape the film’s fast-paced narrative.
With a budget of 3.5 crore and a runtime of 1 hour 47 minutes, Kannagi Nagar aims to shed light on the emotional trauma faced by marginalized communities. Producer Dr. Rajeev Madhavan Menon states that the film “reflects the unseen shadows in society and the impact of violence on young minds.”