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The Struggles of Female South Asian Students
Kahani Pictures

Ignite your audience with impact storytelling.

The Kahani Approach blends award-winning documentary filmmaking with decades of expertise in corporate purpose and social impact, crafting stories that inspire change.

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Content with substance.

We choose human experiences over trends.

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“Beautiful short story and great art!"

I want to give him a hug.

@lynnretzlaff2656

“Thats awesome!"

Made me cry... Art has an effect on the dopamine levels, builds self esteem! Better than drugs for sure.

@billw8648

“This was so beautiful."

Thank God for art, precious daughters and special dads ❤️

@jkstubbington

“Yeah, brought tears to my eyes.”

Actually I want to run art workshops for wellbeing like this. It's all about being immersed in the process and feeling connected to your inner self and to each other in the group creating side by side, each expressing their own individual identity.

@JGalegria

“beautiful work”

thank you for sharing you've inspired me

@casskidd1

“What a fantastic story.”

Art has saved me too, as I plow through grief I have my art to lift me up.

@macgurrl

“Beautiful”

I am a huge fan of the Kahani process. Stories with heart.

@RS-kt7oj

Why tell impact stories?

80%

Consumers say that they buy and advocate for organizations based on shared values.

69%

Employees say that having a societal impact is a strong expectation when considering a job.

68%

People believe that organizations promoting shared interests can bring us together.

Incite a good riot in your community.

Explore our Services
Service

Documentary 
Production

Our team combines expert storytelling with high-quality cinematic techniques to create documentaries that not only educate but also provoke thought and inspire action.

"If your pictures aren't good enough, you're not close enough." - Robert Capa

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Why documentaries?

Documentaries Overview

Qualitative Proof

The stories we capture will give your stakeholders the social and emotional proof that your impact is working within community spaces.

Cinematic Quality

Our films are made with artistry so that they resonate deeply for ages. We're not interested in boring and disposable content.

Impactful Storytelling

We focus on narratives that drive impact and awareness. This takes building trust and honouring our film's subjects with dignity and respect.

Brand Differentiation

Documentaries offer a unique medium to distinguish your brand in a competitive market. No one can steal your authentic story.

Content that Lasts

Rich, in-depth documentaries  remain relevant and continue to engage audiences for years. We focus on real stories for real people, not algorithms.

Community Leadership

Documentaries about social impact opens doors to partnerships with non-profits, educational institutions, and other organizations.

Service

Branded
Content Production

We produce short-form videos, social media content, and brand showreels that resonate with your target audience.

Our content is designed to not only capture attention but also to convey your brand's values and mission effectively, ensuring that each piece of content aligns with your strategic goals.

“Make it simple, but significant.” – Don Draper

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Everything you need

Branded Content Overview

Customized Messaging

Ensure your message resonates strongly with your target audience, reinforcing your brand’s position as a leader in social impact.

Cross-Platform Integration

Each asset is designed to fit within the ecosystem of its platform. Maximize reach and engagement across different audience segments.

Emotional Engagement

Strengthen brand loyalty and encourages shares and discussions online. We tell stories about people that make them think, laugh, cry, and feel.

Analytical Insights

We collect metrics, quantitative and qualitative, to  provides valuable data to refine strategies and improve ROI.

Visionary Narratives

Enhances brand reputation and attract like-minded consumers and partners that prioritize CSR.

Community Building

Build a dedicated and engaged community around your brand, leading to increased customer retention and advocacy.

HOW WE DO IT

Trust-Based Approach:

We get to the core of your story by fostering relationships. 

Authentic Voices:

We uplift diverse community voices with dignity and respect.

Lasting Impact:

We engage your audience with content that touches hearts an minds.

Testimonials

What our friends have to say

See Our Work

Beautiful films that make things happen.

Kahani’s award-winning documentary films have contributed to impact campaigns that have made a difference; from changing legislation to driving community action.

More films:

Our Passion Project

iNVANCiTY

Vancouver has a reputation for being boring. We think that couldn’t be further from the truth. These are stories you would only hear through the grapevine, brought to life through beautiful films.

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Hoop Dancing

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Your Monthly Kahani

Each month, we put out a friendly newsletter to share a story from our collaborators about their amazing work. If you’re interested in receiving an inspiring story in your inbox, please register below and we will add you to the mailing list.

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“Kahani Pictures delivered. Being a non profit on a very limited budget, they generously went that extra mile for us to deliver a thought provoking and engaging video. They told our story with heart. “

Rosemary Sojka,
BC Schizophrenia Society

Other Services

Evoke change, frame by frame.

The creative minds at Kahani Pictures are eager to find new collaborators. If you’re curious about some of the ways that video production could benefit your brand, here are some of our ad-hoc service offerings.

Brand Showreels:

Showcase the vision and passion behind your brand with a cinematic experience, perfect for your website and conference events.

Commercials:

Designed with emotional storytelling, our commercials create memorable experiences that stand out in digital ads and social media campaigns.

Videography:

Transform an experience into visual artistry with our expert videography services. Capturing events, occasions, and experiences to build brand legacy.

Photography:

From head shots to product shots, a refreshing photoshoot will elevate your brand’s appeal.

Kahani Pictures

A note from the founder

I’ve spent over a decade as a video marketing expert in Vancouver for big brands and have come to realize something very important.

In this day of marketing automation and trend chasing, real artful storytelling is the most effective way to reach hearts and minds.

We are helping companies connect to their audience in a unique way – through impactful videos.

If you’re someone that appreciates the value in beautiful films, then we should collaborate.

- Inder Nirwan, Kahani Pictures Founder
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Inder Nirwan Filmmaker