Produced by Power House Pictures and directed by debut filmmaker Harish Durairaj, Khan City stars Arjun Das in the lead role alongside Anna Ben. The film also features Yogi Babu, Vadivukkarasi, VTV Ganesh, Aruldoss, Imman Annachi, and others in important roles.
The film has cinematography by Aravind Viswanathan, editing by Arul Moses, music by Sean Roldan, and art direction by Raj Kamal.
The story revolves around a debt-ridden family whose lives take an unexpected turn when they come across a money-printing machine. What follows is a series of humorous and thrilling events. The film is set to release in theatres on June 26, and its digital streaming rights have been acquired by Netflix.
The trailer launch and media interaction were held at Prasad Labs in Chennai, where the cast and crew shared their experiences and insights about the film.
Cast and Crew Speak
Madan
Madan described Khan City as an intelligent and highly entertaining film. He said the trailer only offers a glimpse and that the film itself is far more engaging and enjoyable. He also expressed confidence that the media would help the film reach a wider audience.
Lallu
Lallu spoke about director Harish’s long journey and dedication to realizing his dream of becoming a filmmaker. He praised Arjun Das and said the film would be a major theatrical success for him. According to him, Khan City is a wholesome family entertainer with a strong screenplay and memorable songs.
Art Director Raj Kamal
Raj Kamal thanked Harish for the opportunity and explained that the film required extensive set work. He credited his team for their hard work and said the audience would enjoy the unique world created for the film.
Costume Designer Nava
Nava expressed gratitude to the producers and director for trusting her with the project. She said working again with Arjun Das and with veteran actress Vadivukkarasi was a wonderful experience. She added that several unique looks were designed for the characters.
Choreographer Santhosh
Santhosh said every song in the film was developed from Harish’s unique creative ideas. He praised the director’s positive attitude and confidence and promised that each song would offer audiences a fresh experience.
Editor Arul Moses
Arul Moses said Khan City is relatable to everyday life and that it is his first film to receive a theatrical release. He thanked everyone who supported him and requested audiences to watch the film and share their feedback.
Cinematographer Aravind Viswanathan
Aravind said he felt proud watching Harish rise from a middle-class background to become a director and producer. He described the project as emotionally special and praised the entire cast and crew for working together like a family.
Lyricist Mohan Rajan
Mohan Rajan recalled hearing the story during its early stages and being deeply impressed. He revealed that the film contains seven songs, including a few inspired by the spirit of classic Tamil philosophical songs. He also credited Arjun Das for believing in the project from the beginning.
VTV Ganesh
Ganesh said he always supports new directors because they bring fresh ideas. He praised Harish’s clarity, planning, and confidence. According to him, the world of Khan City is imaginative, humorous, and rooted in relatable realities.
Aruldoss
Aruldoss appreciated the young and talented team behind the film. He described Harish as a director who knows exactly what he wants and avoids unnecessary shooting. He plays an Electricity Board officer in the film, a role he said is important to the story.
Imman Annachi
Imman Annachi said Harish wrote the character specifically with him in mind, which made him happy and confident. He praised the youthful energy on the sets and called the film a powerful entertainer.
Sadanand
Making his acting debut, Sadanand thanked Harish for the opportunity. He spoke about the challenges of memorizing dialogues and praised Arjun Das and other senior actors for making him feel comfortable.
Child Actor Akilan
Akilan said he plays an interesting character and hopes audiences enjoy his performance. He thanked the team and requested viewers to support the film in theatres.
Co-Producer Sidhu Nair
Sidhu Nair said hearing the script for the first time convinced him to join the project. He praised Harish’s vision and confidence and said the film exceeded his expectations when he watched the preview.
Producer Arun Prajith Manoharan
Arun revealed that he immediately agreed to be part of the film after hearing the story. He believes the film’s central theme of money and its impact on people’s lives will connect strongly with audiences. He also called the film a major milestone in Arjun Das’s career.
Composer Sean Roldan
Sean Roldan delivered one of the most emotional speeches of the evening. He said Harish’s confidence never wavered from the day he narrated the story to the final version of the film. He described Harish as an inspiration who risked everything to realize his dream.
Sean praised Arjun Das for his integrity and dedication, calling him an actor destined for greater heights. He also applauded Anna Ben, Vadivukkarasi, Yogi Babu, and the rest of the cast. He revealed that two unreleased songs in the film are among the works he is most proud of in his 13-year career.
Vadivukkarasi
Vadivukkarasi said Harish impressed her with his honesty when narrating the script. She described the film as both entertaining and socially relevant, offering audiences laughter while also making them reflect on money, greed, and life choices.
She also revealed that despite health issues during filming, the cast and crew took great care of her. She particularly thanked Arjun Das and Yogi Babu for their kindness and support.
Yogi Babu
Yogi Babu said he has known Harish for many years and always believed he would become a director. He expressed happiness at seeing Harish achieve his dream and wished him greater success in the future. He also praised Arjun Das’s commitment and described the entire team as one big family.
Anna Ben
Anna Ben said Khan City marks her second Tamil film after Kottukkaali. She explained that her role in this film is completely different from anything she has done before and initially felt intimidated by the challenge.
She praised Harish for constantly encouraging her and trusting her abilities. Anna also spoke warmly about working with Arjun Das, Vadivukkarasi, and Yogi Babu. She thanked Vadivukkarasi for helping her with Tamil dialogues and joked that Yogi Babu’s humor probably added ten years to her life.
Arjun Das
Arjun Das thanked Harish for his vision, confidence, and dedication. He praised the producers for their extensive promotional efforts and said Khan City is a film that families and friends can enjoy together.
He highlighted the performances of Anna Ben, Vadivukkarasi, Yogi Babu, Aruldoss, and the rest of the cast, while also appreciating Sean Roldan’s music and the technical team’s work. Arjun expressed confidence that audiences would leave theatres satisfied and happy.
Director Harish Durairaj
Harish concluded the event with an emotional speech. He thanked everyone who supported him throughout the journey, including producers, partners, technicians, friends, and family.
He said veteran actress Vadivukkarasi’s casting was one of the best decisions he made for the film and credited Yogi Babu for encouraging him over the past five years to become a director. He also stated that Khan City would not have happened without Arjun Das agreeing to play the lead role.
Harish ended by thanking his wife, who stood by him during difficult years when he earned very little and pursued his dream. He requested audiences to watch Khan City with their families when it releases on June 26.
Film Highlights
- Title: Khan City
- Release Date: June 26
- Lead Actor: Arjun Das
- Lead Actress: Anna Ben
- Supporting Cast: Yogi Babu, Vadivukkarasi, VTV Ganesh, Aruldoss, Imman Annachi and others
- Director: Harish Durairaj
- Music: Sean Roldan
- OTT Partner: Netflix
- Genre: Family Entertainer / Comedy Thriller
Blending humor, emotions, suspense, and social commentary, Khan City explores what happens when ordinary people suddenly gain the power to create money—and the consequences that follow.
