 He also started a business which sells artworks and a clothing brand called "Kingpin Clothing".Sukumaran was appointed head of a group of over 20 prisoners, including those facing execution and housed in the prison's maximum security wing.His role included assigning tasks to prisoners under him, liaising with the guards, resolving disputes and overseeing modest penalties for those who transgress in their jobs cleaning, gardening and making small repairs in the prison.