Logline
One impossible choice
A struggling rapper’s track explodes online hours before he’s arrested—forcing him to choose between silence and survival.
Fame is calling. The streets want him dead.
A breakout rapper. A ruthless kingpin. One impossible choice.
When a rising rapper's song goes viral just as he's arrested for drug trafficking, he's forced to choose between testifying against a powerful boss—or staying silent and risking everything.
About The Film
Trap City is a 2024 American independent crime drama that blends gritty urban realism with the emotional pull of hip-hop culture. Anchored by a powerful ensemble cast and a music-driven narrative, the film explores ambition, loyalty, and the price of freedom when success arrives at the worst possible moment.
Setting
Atlanta energy
Filmed in Atlanta and surrounding areas—street pressure, fame, loyalty, and consequences collide.
Tone
Music-driven crime drama
A hard-hitting blend of ambition, performance, and a soundtrack that moves the story forward.
Director's Vision
Writer • Director • Producer
Tel K. Ganesan
“Everyone is trapped by something…”
“Everyone is trapped by something—fame, addiction, fear, loyalty, or circumstance. Trap City is about what happens when you finally get a chance to break free… and the world tries to pull you back.”
Tel K. Ganesan,
Writer / Director / Producer
Main Cast
A mix of established icons and fresh energy bring the world of Trap City to life on screen..
Brandon T. Jackson
as "DeShawn"
A talented but conflicted rapper caught between viral success and street loyalty.
Jay “Jeezy” Jenkins
as "Reverend Lylee"
In his acting debut, Jeezy delivers a grounded, commanding performance as a pastor and mentor guiding Deshawn through moral crisis.
Clifton Powell
as “Goose”
A ruthless drug kingpin whose grip tightens as Deshawn’s fame grows.
Erica Pinkett
as "Bella"
Goose’s girlfriend, whose dangerous allure tests Deshawn’s resolve.
Omar Gooding
as "Dre"
A close associate torn between survival and change.
Phylicía Lloyd
as "Marisol"
Deshawn’s girlfriend and emotional anchor.
Juhahn Jones
as "Tre"
The friend whose post sends Deshawn’s music viral.
G.V. Prakash Kumar
as "Doctor"
International music icon contributing global musical influence and cross-cultural star power.
Napoleon
as "Naveen"
Veteran actor representing global cinematic collaboration.
Tarina Patel
as "TV Reporter"
International star adding cross-industry audience engagement.
Yogi Babu
as "Fish Filet Song Dance Performer"
Fan-favorite performer contributing global entertainment appeal.
The Sound of Trap City
Music is the heartbeat of Trap City. The soundtrack was executive-produced by Jay “Jeezy” Jenkins and Ashwin Gane (The ATG), blending raw hip-hop with cinematic storytelling.
Sound
Music-driven storytelling
Tracks and score reinforce the stakes—fame, danger, loyalty, and consequence.
Executive Producer
Jeezy (Soundtrack)
Bringing authentic hip-hop authority and shaping the soundtrack’s cultural impact, ensuring the music reflects ambition, survival, and consequence.
Producer
Ashwin Gane (The ATG)
Fusing cinematic scoring with trap energy to elevate emotional intensity and amplify the film’s dramatic arc.
Audience Reaction
Real people. Real response. No Filters.
Critical Response & Impact
“Trap City earned mixed-to-positive reception, with praise for its ambition, visuals, and music-driven storytelling.”
⭐ STARZ #1 Trending (Week of Release)
Mixed-to-Positive Reception
Film Threat
“...intense visuals, poignant narrative, and a killer soundtrack...”
Score: 7.5/10
The Source Magazine
“A significant win for independent cinema.”
Highlight: STARZ #1 debut
Michigan Chronicle
“Blends raw storytelling with a powerhouse cast…”
Press mention
Audience Reach
Collective Social Media Reach
150M+
Over 150 million followers & engagements fueling sustained streaming interest.
Produced by Kyyba Films
Kyyba Films is a Detroit-based film production and distribution company founded by Tel K. Ganesan. The studio produces and releases feature films worldwide, with projects spanning crime drama, documentaries, and music-driven storytelling.
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