Super Chennai, the citizen-driven initiative dedicated to elevating Chennai’s global identity, has announced the appointment of Karthik Nagappan as its new Chief Executive Officer. The leadership transition signals a renewed focus on cultural storytelling, community participation, and global visibility for the city.
For decades, Chennai has been celebrated as more than geography — it is a collective emotion rooted in resilience, creativity, and innovation. As the city prepares for its next phase of growth, Super Chennai aims to unify civic pride with global relevance.
Ranjeeth Rathod, Managing Director, Super Chennai, said: “Super Chennai was built on the idea of celebrating our people, culture, and progress. Karthik’s creative energy, strategic depth, and deep-rooted connection with Chennai align perfectly with our vision.”
Currently serving as Vice President at Unifi Capital Pvt. Ltd., Nagappan brings a unique blend of finance, brand building, and storytelling. His career spans media, marketing, and urban identity campaigns, including The Hindu’s Made of Chennai and the viral Chance-ey Illa campaign with composer Anirudh Ravichander.
Karthik Nagappan commented: “Joining Super Chennai is a natural extension of my journey. I look forward to amplifying the city’s voice globally and shaping its next chapter with our community.”
This leadership transition marks a defining chapter in Super Chennai’s journey, deepening civic participation and creative collaboration to champion a Chennai that is future-ready, inclusive, and globally confident.
