Ace actor Suriya showered praises on director Gnanavel at the music album launch of film 'Kootathil Oruthan'. Speaking at the event, the actor said, "Gnanavel is the one who gave the name Agaram for our organisation. He is also the main reason for Agaram's success and reach. Only because of him I have achieved a good name in this society apart from being an actor. I have watched 'Kootathil' – it's fantastic. It will induce the viewer to think. I have been watching Ashok Selvan from his childhood. He has done very well in the film. Nivas Prasanna's music will be a big plus for the film."
Complimenting Nivas for his live performance in the function, Suriya added, "It is one of the best live shows I have watched in recent times." Addressing the crowd, Gnanavel said the film will be the story of middle-benchers. "Many people who have made huge achievements in the world have been middle-benchers in the past. But we never care about middle-benchers. This film will deal with this irony."
The launch saw top celebrity guests in attendance, including directors Raju Murugan, Dharani, Radha Mohan, and young comedians like RJ Balaji and Bala Saravanam. Gnanavel worked as a journalist before he shifted focus to the film industry. He has also contributed to Suriya's foundation, Agaram.
