'Kaantha' will showcase Dulquer Salmaan's unseen side: Samuthirakani

Entertainment Nov 09, 2025

Dulquer Salmaan is set to make waves in the upcoming film Kaantha, where his performance has been described by Samuthirakani as something that will "shock everyone."
Set in 1950s Madras, the movie promises a dramatic transformation for Salmaan and is already generating significant buzz.

More about 'Kaantha'

Directed by Selvamani Selvaraj, Kaantha is a Tamil period thriller inspired by cinema legend M.K. Thyagaraja Bhagavathar.
The story centers on a tense clash between director Ayya (Samuthirakani) and his protege T.K. Mahadevan (Salmaan), with Rana Daggubati and Bhagyashri Borse rounding out the cast.
The film drops worldwide on November 14, 2025—definitely one to keep an eye on if you're into powerful performances and old-school cinema vibes.