As Kaan City, starring Arjun Das and directed by debutant Harish Durairaj under the banner of Power House Pictures, continues its successful theatrical run with an excellent response from audiences, the team organized a special thanksgiving event to celebrate the film’s success and express their gratitude to the media and fans.
At the event held yesterday, the cast and crew of Kaan City thanked the audience, theatre owners, distributors, and the media for their overwhelming support.
Choreographer Santhosh Master
“First of all, my heartfelt thanks to Harish bro. I have been a part of this journey from the day this film began. It is truly a happy moment to celebrate this success together.
Harish has a grand vision. This is only the beginning of his journey, and I strongly believe he will achieve even greater heights. From the start, he remained completely focused on his goal, and that dedication has brought us to this victory celebration today.
My sincere thanks to Arjun Das as well. Despite his hectic schedule, he attended dance rehearsals whenever he had even a small break and gave us complete support. I also thank Vadivukkarasi madam, whose energy and dedication at this age amazed all of us. She was always ready for every scene and remains an inspiration.
Thanks to R.C. bro for his constant support throughout the production. Special thanks to editor Arul Moses, who patiently accommodated countless changes, especially in the songs. We worked on this film for a year, and Harish continued working tirelessly for another year. This film has given us a wonderful experience. My heartfelt thanks to every technician, actor, and actress who worked on this project.”
Editor Arul Moses
“The tremendous response and reach that Kaan City has received are entirely because of the fans and our friends from the press and media. My heartfelt thanks to all of you.
This film became a huge success mainly through positive word of mouth. Every viewer who watched the film, appreciated it, and recommended it to others played a vital role in its success.
I also thank every technician who worked on this film. My assistants and assistant directors put in extraordinary effort, especially during the final stages of post-production, where their support was invaluable.
Finally, I sincerely thank our producer and director Harish for giving me this opportunity. I am truly happy to have been a part of this successful journey.”
Distributor Ayyappan
“The film has been made exceptionally well. Congratulations to director Harish and the entire team. I have one request for Arjun Das. Along with films like this, I hope you also act in more family-oriented films that appeal to all audiences. Such films will always receive strong support from viewers. Thank you to everyone who supported us.”
Actor Kalki Raja
“Greetings to everyone. First, I sincerely thank director Harish for giving me such a wonderful role in this film. I am truly grateful for this opportunity.
I also thank producer Ajanta sir. I had earlier worked with him in Kaithi, and now I am proud and happy to have worked with him again in the successful film Kaan City.
Acting alongside veteran actress Vadivukkarasi was an unforgettable experience. I also thank executive producer Bharath sir, who guided and supported us throughout the shoot.”
Actor Raghu
“I am extremely happy to have been a part of Kaan City. The entire shooting experience was exciting and enjoyable. Working with Arjun Das, Vadivukarasi madam, Yogi Babu anna, and the rest of the cast was a wonderful experience. Working alongside Akilan was also unforgettable. Once, he jokingly told me, ‘You keep chasing me even in my dreams,’ and I still remember that funny incident.
My thanks to all the technicians who worked on this film. Editor Arul Moses, music composer Sean Roldan, cinematographer, Mohan Raj, and everyone else have done an outstanding job.
Editing this film was an enormous challenge. Director Harish had shot more than six hours of footage, even though the final film runs for only two hours. Bringing all those scenes together into a gripping film was a difficult task. I was amazed by Harish’s dedication and the amount of work he completed every single day.
Every actor in the film, even those who appeared for just one day, was given importance and left a lasting impression. That is the greatest strength of this team. I feel proud to have worked with such an incredible group, and I sincerely wish that the success of Kaan City continues with all their future projects.”
Actor Adithya Kathir
“First of all, my heartfelt congratulations to director Harish. We know how difficult his journey has been, and today’s success is the reward for all his hard work.
Congratulations to Arjun Das as well. You began your career as a villain, and today you are successfully moving forward as a hero. I firmly believe you will achieve even greater heights because of your humble nature.
Heroes who ensure that every actor’s name appears on the poster are very rare. Your desire to give equal importance to everyone, including Anna Ben, Yogi Babu, and the entire cast, is truly admirable. Just as Superstar Rajinikanth started as a villain and rose to the very top, I wish you the same remarkable success.
Finally, I thank the press and media, who played a major role in taking this film to the people. Please continue supporting good cinema.”
Actor Imman Annachi
“It is a wonderful feeling that Kaan City has completed 25 successful days in theatres and that we are all gathered here to celebrate this achievement.
The success of this film belongs to every single person who worked on it. Director Harish deserves special appreciation for recognizing everyone’s talent and giving them the right roles to bring out their best.
This is only the beginning. I sincerely wish Harish and the entire team many more blockbuster successes in the future.
My best wishes to our hero Arjun Das as well. Many more successes are waiting for him, and I have no doubt that he will become a major star.”
Actor Satha
“This is my very first film, and the love and recognition I have received are beyond words.
After the film’s release, we visited theatres in Chennai, Salem, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli, Tiruppur, and Coimbatore. The love shown by audiences everywhere deeply touched me.
One mother came up to me, applied sacred ash on my forehead, and blessed me, saying, ‘May you always do well.’ Apart from my own family, no one had ever done something so heartfelt for me. That moment moved me emotionally.
People now recognize me wherever I go. They stop me, speak to me for several minutes, and appreciate my performance. Speaking today at this success celebration is even more emotional than speaking at the trailer launch.
Since this was my first film, I wanted to learn every aspect of filmmaking. Even on days when I wasn’t shooting, I spent time with every department. I observed the cinematographer, attended music sessions with Sean Roldan, and learned about dubbing, sound engineering, and sound mixing. My curiosity to understand filmmaking has already opened doors to two or three more film opportunities, for which I am extremely grateful.”
Child Artist Akilan
“Hello everyone. My name is Akilan. I sincerely thank director Harish Durairaj uncle for giving me this opportunity to act in Kaan City. My heartfelt thanks to the producer, all the technicians, and every actor and actress who worked with me. Thank you to everyone who has shown me so much love and support.”
Lyricist Mohan Raj
“First of all, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the journalists and media friends who played a huge role in making this film a grand success. Without your support, this achievement would not have been possible. It is your responsibility to take every film to the people, and you have fulfilled that responsibility brilliantly. Today, we are happily enjoying the fruits of your efforts.
People often say that whenever music composer Sean Roldan and I work together, it becomes a winning combination. This film has once again proved that belief, and I sincerely thank him for that.
Director Harish Durairaj is my friend. I have witnessed his journey from the very beginning of this film until this victory stage. Harish, you are destined to grow into a mighty force in cinema. This is only your first step toward success, and I am confident that you will achieve many greater milestones.
Harish gave me the opportunity to write two philosophical songs for this film, and I will always remain grateful for that. Even if those songs reached the audience a little later, I believe they will continue to live on for years to come.
The song ‘Don’t Deceive… Don’t Be Deceived…’ and the lines from ‘Kanna Bro…’—
> ‘Even a plant that has tasted success may one day fall…
Those who have faced repeated failures will also have their day to rise.’
These are lines that inspire hope in life, and I thank Harish once again for giving me the opportunity to write them.
At the same time, I would like to apologize to the fans. The song ‘Fraud Payale’ was not included in the film. It was never removed because of time constraints—it had been planned from the beginning that it would not appear in the movie. However, after seeing many social media posts from people saying they came to watch the film mainly because of that song, I too felt that perhaps we should have included it. On behalf of the entire team, I sincerely apologize to everyone who loved that song.
I also want to say something about Arjun Das. Through this film and its songs, he has gained a huge fan following, especially among women. I hope he not only continues acting in action films but also stars in romantic films. I firmly believe the day will come when audiences celebrate him as a complete romantic hero. Sean Roldan and I will be happy to write many more songs for him.
Working with Sean Roldan is not just a professional collaboration—it is built on trust. Every time we work together, we strive to live up to that trust. His music combined with our efforts has created this successful partnership, and I hope it continues for many years.
Satha, Kalki Raja, Adithya Kathir, Raghu, Akilan, and everyone else have performed brilliantly. Harish had predicted that Akilan’s final scene would receive a huge response in theatres, and it happened exactly as he expected.
Imman Annachi’s subtle performances and dialogue delivery were loved by audiences. My heartfelt thanks to Action Choreographer Santhosh Master, Editor Arul Moses, and every technician who worked on this film.
Finally, I sincerely wish that Power House Pictures continues producing many more quality films. Harish’s vision is truly remarkable, and I pray that all his dreams come true.”
Music Composer Sean Roldan
“Today proves that a great artist can emerge from anywhere. All of you here have become the key that opens the doors of opportunity for such talent. On behalf of Harish, and also as his brother, I sincerely thank all of you.
I am delighted by the response that Kaan City has received. To be honest, I had expected the film to receive even more appreciation because I truly enjoyed working on it. Nevertheless, seeing Harish’s very first film become such a success gives me immense happiness. This is only the first of many victories that await him.
Harish is an exceptionally sharp filmmaker. His intelligence and the way he approaches storytelling are unique. He has the ability to turn even the smallest moments into something powerful. When he first narrated the story to me, I wondered how he could fit so many characters and events into a two-hour film. But he accomplished it beautifully.
Usually, in films with a large number of characters, not everyone remains memorable. But in Kaan City, every character—from the smallest role to the lead—had moments that stayed with the audience. Every actor received applause in theatres. That is the mark of a truly successful director. I strongly believe Harish will go on to make Pan-Indian and even global-scale films.
I always tell Harish that this is just the beginning of his journey. This is merely a warm-up. His finest works are still ahead, and I eagerly look forward to witnessing them.
I would also like to appreciate Editor Arul Moses. During the background score sessions, he carefully planned every scene’s beginning, ending, and the spaces where music should breathe. He understands the needs of a composer and works with remarkable sensitivity. His reputation in the industry is well deserved because of his dedication.
My heartfelt thanks to choreographer Santhosh Master. Working with him for the first time was unforgettable. He brought out abilities in me that I never thought I had. When I watched myself dancing on screen, I was genuinely surprised. The credit goes entirely to his talent and dedication.
The way he worked with the children, choreographed the songs, and enhanced many important moments in the film became one of its greatest strengths.
Every supporting actor in this film made an outstanding contribution. A story becomes successful only when its supporting characters feel genuine. It is not about how long they appear on screen but whether they convince the audience that they truly are those characters. Every actor in Kaan City achieved that.
Satha’s performance impressed me greatly. I told him that he has an excellent screen presence and that opportunities to play lead roles will surely come his way. He has all the qualities needed for success, and I am genuinely happy for him.
I am grateful for the wonderful bond I share with lyricist Mohan Raj. I believe this film will also receive a great response when it is released on OTT. My thanks to every member of my team who worked on this project, and to the press and media whose support made this success possible.”
Actor Arjun Das
“First of all, my heartfelt thanks to all the journalists and media friends. Those few minutes after the first show of the film, when we stood outside waiting for the audience’s reaction, felt exactly like a student waiting anxiously for examination results. We were all eager to know how the film would be received.
A little later, seeing all the journalists come out with smiling faces and praise the film became one of the most unforgettable moments of my life.
After the release, we visited several theatres. Watching families, children, youngsters, and audiences from all walks of life enjoy the film gave us immense happiness. The entire credit for this success belongs to director Harish Durairaj. My heartfelt congratulations to him.
I also thank Harish for trusting me with this character. While narrating the story, he told me that he wanted the film to feature a dream ensemble cast, and today that dream has become a reality.
It was a privilege for me to work alongside so many experienced and talented artists. Just seeing my name appear on the same poster as these legendary performers felt like a great honour and recognition.
My sincere thanks to editor Arul Moses, choreographer Santhosh Master, music composer Sean Roldan, Imman Annachi, and every technician who worked tirelessly to make this film a success.
Cinema is never the achievement of one individual. It is always the result of the collective effort of hundreds of people working together with the same dream. Kaan City is proof of that.
Finally, I thank the audience, theatre owners, distributors, journalists, and media friends who embraced this film with so much love. Your encouragement has given us the confidence to continue creating meaningful and entertaining films.
I promise that we will keep striving to deliver even better films in the future. Thank you all once again for your unwavering love and support.
The Kaan City success celebration turned into a heartfelt thanksgiving event, with every member of the cast and crew expressing gratitude to the audience, media, theatre owners, distributors, and technicians. The speakers unanimously credited director Harish Durairaj’s vision, the dedication of the entire team, and the overwhelming support of moviegoers for the film’s successful theatrical run.
The event concluded with optimism for the future, as the team expressed confidence that Kaan City would continue its successful journey in theatres and later receive an equally warm reception on OTT platforms.
