Dulquer Salmaan's 'Kaantha' hits theaters on November 14
What's the story
The release of the much-awaited period drama Kaantha, starring Dulquer Salmaan, has been pushed to November 14. The film was earlier slated for a September 12 release, but the makers decided to delay it. Announcing the new date, Salmaan took to social media and wrote, "Diwali just got a whole lot more explosive! #Kaantha will be lighting up theaters worldwide from NOVEMBER 14th!"
Twitter Post
Here's the announcement
Diwali just got a whole lot more explosive!💥#Kaantha will be lighting up theatres worldwide from NOVEMBER 14th!⚡
— Wayfarer Films (@DQsWayfarerFilm) October 20, 2025
Wishing you all a happy Diwali and we’ll see you in the theatres very soon.✨❤
A @SpiritMediaIN and @DQsWayfarerFilm production 🎬#Kaantha #DulquerSalmaan… pic.twitter.com/8QsKAR72sz
Film details
Everything to know about 'Kaantha'
Kaantha, directed by Selvamani Selvaraj, is a period drama thriller set in 1950s Madras. The film explores the intersection of tradition and modernity. It features Salmaan and Bhagyashree Borse in lead roles, with Samuthirakani playing a pivotal role. The film is produced by Spirit Media and Salmaan's Wayfarer Films. Cinematography is handled by Dani Sanchez Lopaz, while Jhanu Chanthar has composed the music.
Teaser release
Teaser of 'Kaantha'
The teaser for Kaantha was released earlier and has since created a lot of excitement among fans. The teaser shows Salmaan as an actor in a film called Saantha, directed by Samuthirakani's character. However, their relationship is strained as they disagree on which scenes to shoot first. The teaser ends with Salmaan changing the film's title from Saantha to Kaantha.