The Search for Burgan’s Kanz Culminates with the Crowning of a Millionaire

In a first for the Banking industry in Kuwait and in a unique artistic endeavor, Burgan Bank is preparing to unveil a grand theatrical production, entitled "A fantasy journey and a legendary treasure hunt with Burgan’s Kanz". The show is set for its premiere and one-night exclusive performance on January 12th, on the stage of the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Center.

The play tells a story inspired by the history and heritage of Kuwait, in a special production by Burgan Bank in collaboration with Partners, featuring a company of talented young Kuwaiti artists. In the closing act of the play, the Bank is set to crown its first millionaire in the inaugural Kanz Draw account, who will walk away with the grand prize of KD 1,500,000.

The show takes viewers through a journey in the search of the legendary treasure hidden in the dunes of Burgan. At the center of the treasure-hunting tale is our young protagonist, Najm, who heads out in search of fortune and glory. This first of its kind initiative for Burgan Bank seeks to deliver an inspiring message through theatre and music: believe in your dreams and work towards them, because nothing is impossible. Much like the dream of becoming a millionaire that is possible with Kanz.

The original-scripted play was written and directed by Ahmed Mohamed Al-Awadhi, stars Yaqoub Abdullah, Ghouroor Safar, Ahmed bin Hussein and Wadha Al Roumi . The host for the night will be the talented journalist and media personality Bibi Al-Khudari. The show also features sound production by Rabih Al-Sidawi, set design by Briza Al-Roumi and Hammoud Al-Amiri, lighting by Abdullah Al-Nassar, costume design by Hessa Al-Abad and decoration by Muhammad Behbehani.

In a comment about the initiative, Mr. Naser Mohammed Al Qaisi, Chief Retail Banking Officer at Burgan Bank, said: “Kanz has been one of our most exciting product launches and we were delighted to see the great response from both existing and new customers. Therefore, for the announcement of our first Kanz millionaire, we had to go big and deliver something completely different. This show seeks to celebrate Kanz’s success so far, as we look forward to an even better 2023. It also captures our determination to offer an elevated experience to our customers, with plenty of added value benefits and creative engagements.”

Speaking about this artistic undertaking by Burgan Bank, Mrs. Kholoud Rida AlFeeli, Group Head - Marketing and Communications at the Bank said: “We are immensely proud to present this one-of-a-kind theatrical production conceptualized and brought to life by Kuwaiti creatives, to announce our very first Kanz millionaire. We wanted to do something unexpected, as we continue to seek out ways to be innovative and original in everything that we do.” Adding: “We are also quite keen, through this theatrical work, to encourage young Kuwaiti talents. We believe Kuwait’s young community of artists has immense potential and we are determined to do our part to foster that artistic spirit. Which is why we are delighted to see our collaboration result in this exceptional production which we are gifting to theatre lovers in Kuwait.”

Al-Feeli concluded: “I would like to especially thank all those who contributed to bringing this show to life; from the production company, to the author, director and of course the talented cast. We also thank the team at the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Center, for immense efforts to help us make this production a resounding success.”

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