The primary antagonist and virtual dictator of Kotha, running a casino and drug empire. Once Raju's childhood friend and gang member, he turns to narcotics and allies with rival Ranjith Bhai. He severely injures Raju, kills Ranjith to manipulate Manju, and terrorizes the town by killing Ravi and stabbing Tara. He is eventually cornered and killed by Sonu, Ranjith's son, fulfilling Raju's plan to end his reign of terror.
Their old friendship becomes the emotional basis of their later rivalry.
The plot identifies Raju and Kannan as childhood friends who belonged to the same gang and football team in Kotha.
Their alliance expands the narcotics threat and undermines Raju's authority.
Kannan partners with Ranjith to transport cannabis into Kotha after Raju rejects narcotics dealing.
Kannan exploits Manju's circumstances for personal and political advantage.
The plot states that Kannan kills Ranjith in order to make Manju his wife and uses the situation to control her.
Jinu's addiction and actions become entangled with Kannan's criminal sphere.
Jinu is identified as Kannan's drug-addicted brother-in-law.
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