The King

Shankar is the tough, principled city police commissioner. He remains wary of Joseph’s methods while pursuing the truth, navigating a web of politics and pressure. His actions reveal the delicate balance between duty and integrity in a period of unrest.

Joseph is an aggressive yet honorable officer who fights corruption and defends the public against manipulative political figures. He drives the investigation, interrogates suspects, and works to expose the conspiracy behind the riot. His resolve puts him at odds with powerful interests but earns him public support as a defender of justice.

Jalal is a key conspirator whose involvement becomes clearer under interrogation. He represents the underbelly of organized crime connected to the riot and the broader scheme. His testimony helps link the violent acts to the larger network.

Madhu is a wildlife photographer who witnesses criminals transporting explosives and passes information to the police. His disappearance and murder catalyze the investigation, and his camera remains a symbolic piece in linking the crime to the masterminds.

John Varghese, also referred to as Jayakrishnan, is the mastermind behind the massacre. He plans to destroy slums for real estate gain and uses political and criminal networks to execute his scheme. His influence extends into the political arena, making him a central antagonist.

Vikram is a Mumbai-based crime boss with deep ties to Jayakrishnan. He orchestrates operations, orchestrates the rescue of Iyer, and murders Anura Mukharji as part of the broader conspiracy. He confronts Joseph in a climactic struggle.

Dr. Vijay is the local surgeon who performs autopsies and becomes entangled in the conspiracy. He is killed in a road accident, which is linked to the larger plot through the use of sedatives on him earlier. His death underscores the reach of the conspiracy.

Sanjay is Dr. Vijay’s elder brother and a trusted ally of Joseph. He contributes to uncovering the truth and ultimately acts decisively in a pivotal moment, killing Iyer by hanging him.

Anura is an IAS officer who admires Joseph for his honesty and aggressive stance against corruption. She becomes a victim of the conspiracy when Vikram’s men murder her, highlighting the personal cost of the power struggle.

Prasad is a capable assistant who supports relief efforts and the investigation. He uncovers Madhu’s corpse and plays a crucial role in piecing together the evidence that leads to arrests.

Ananthashankara Iyer is a lead goon behind Madhu’s murder and a key figure in the initial killings. He becomes a central target in the pursuit of the conspiracy, ultimately meeting a fatal confrontation.