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The Hindu
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Kaantha' teaser: Dulquer Salmaan and Samuthirakani's turbulent bond sparks chaos on set
Dulquer Salmaan treated his fans with the highly-awaited teaser of his upcoming film Kaantha on his 42nd birthday on Monday (July 29, 2025). The Tamil and Telugu bilingual film Kaantha is directed by Selvamani Selvaraj and stars Samuthirakani and Bhagyashri Borse in the lead roles, along with Dulquer. The two-minute and twelve-second teaser features an estranged relationship between a father and son, portrayed by Samuthirakani and Duqluer, respectively. The teaser begins with the studio announcement of the film, titled 'Saantha', which is the first Tamil horror film. In the film, Samuthirakani plays the role of a director while Dulquer portrays the character of a superstar in the Tamil film industry. Leading 'Saantha' is Dulquer, a superstar who has been trained all his life by his father (Samuthirakani) to be in films, as per the teaser. However, as time passes, Dulquer and Samuthirakani seem to develop an unexplained animosity towards each other. In the teaser, Samuthirakani is seen choking and throwing chairs at Dulquer. ALSO READ:Dulquer Salmaan interview: A period setting lends scope for more drama The movie is jointly produced by Dulquer Salmaan and Rana Daggubati under the banner of Wayfarer Films and Spirit Media. The film's music is composed by Jhanu Chanthar. The movie is slated to release in theatres on September 12, 2025. Dulquer was last seen in the film Lucky Bhaskar, which performed well at the box office in 2024.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kaantha teaser: Dulquer Salmaan locks horns with Samuthirakani in a battle of egos. Watch
Kaantha teaser: Dulquer Salmaan is all set to shed his 'heartthrob' image and embrace a very layered character that defies the traditional binaries of good and bad. In the much-anticipated Kaantha, the South Indian star will be playing a role, which is expected to explore the depth and range of his talent to the fullest. On the occasion of his 42nd birthday on Monday, the makers of the Tamil-Telugu bilingual movie unveiled its official teaser, offering a sneak peek into the alluring and eerie world of Kaantha. Focusing on the tense relationship between a film director father (Samuthirakani) and his actor son (Dulquer), the 2.12-minute teaser reveals that Kaantha also throws light on the functioning of the film industry of a bygone era. While the promo opens by showing the company Modern Studios announcing their upcoming movie, titled Saantha, touted as the first Tamil horror film, it soon cuts to show Samuthirakani and his preparation for the film. Although Dulquer plays the lead role in Saantha, it is soon revealed that the director and actor-turned-superstar, who were once inseparable, had a fallout once and no longer interact with each other. Nonetheless, as the production begins, the rift between the two widens, owing to the extreme egos that they harbour. While we see Samuthirakani choking Dulquer Salmaan and throwing chairs at him, the youngster is also no saint. Leveraging his superstar status, he slowly starts taking over the film, calling all the shots, sidelining the actual director. At the end of the teaser, we see Dulquer's character changing the title of the film from Saantha to Kaantha, thus also effectively making a hero-centric movie and not the heroine-centric one the director had planned. The movie features Bhagyashri Borse as the female lead. Written and directed by Selvamani Selvaraj, Kaantha is bankrolled jointly by Rana Daggubati, Dulquer Salmaan, Prashanth Potluri and Jom Varghese under the banners of Spirit Media and Wayfarer Films. Kaantha features music by Jhanu Chanthar, cinematography by Dani Sanchez Lopez, editing by Llewellyn Anthony Gonsalvez and art direction by Ramalingam. The film will hit screens worldwide on September 12.
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kaantha trailer: Dulquer Salmaan, Samuthirakani head a tale of bruised egos between father-son. Watch
Kaantha trailer: The trailer for Selvaraj Selvamani's Dulquer Salmaan and Samuthirakani-starrer Kaantha was released on Monday. Dulquer, who celebrates his birthday today, July 28, and Samuthirakani play son and father in what looks like a retro tale of bruised egos. Kaantha trailer: The Tamil-Telugu bi-lingual is produced by Rana Daggubati and Dulquer Salmaan. Kaantha trailer The trailer for Kaantha begins with a studio announcing a horror film called Saantha, the first horror film being made in Tamil/Telugu. Set in 1950s Madras, Samuthirakani is shown as the director of the film, fondly called Ayya by everyone, who doesn't seem happy about the film's cast. Leading the film is his son, a superstar who was trained all his life by his father to be in films, and yet, something has gone wrong between them. Even as Dulquer tells a co-star that no one respects Ayya more than him, the feelings don't seem reciprocated. Ayya is quick to choke his son and throw chairs at him. But after he decides to make the female actor, played by Bhagyashri Borse, both the 'hero and heroine', Dulquer seems at wits' end, deciding to hit back. He even tells the studio that the film will now be called Kaantha, not Saantha. The trailer ends by hinting at a war of ego between father and son. The internet thought the trailer of Kaantha was 'superb' if reactions on X (formerly Twitter) and YouTube are anything to go by. 'Big fan of your gemini ganeshan role in Mahanati. Now this one also giving same vibes. Can't wait to experience this on screen,' commented one fan. 'more than expected. seems another banger loading,' wrote another. One person thought Kaantha was a 'sureshot hit' while a few others praised Dulquer for his script selection. About Kaantha Kaantha is written and directed by Selvaraj Selvamani and stars Dulquer, Samuthirakani and Bhagyashri as the leads. Jhanu Chanthar composed the music for the film, which will be released in theatres on 12 September. Rana Daggubati, Dulquer Salmaan, Prashanth Potluri and Jom Varghese produce the film under Spirit Media and Wayfarer Films.
News18
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Dulquer Salmaan's Kaantha Teaser Cleared By Censor Board, Set For Birthday Release
Dulquer Salmaan's film Kaantha, based on M.K. Thyagaraja Bhagavathar, will release its teaser on July 28, his birthday. The teaser of Dulquer Salmaan's upcoming film Kaantha has been cleared by the Censor Board and is expected to release on July 28, which is the actor's birthday. Kaantha is based on the life of M.K. Thyagaraja Bhagavathar, known as the first superstar of Tamil cinema. The film will follow his rise to fame and personal struggles in the 1950s, set against the backdrop of post-independence Madras. Dulquer plays the lead role, stepping into the shoes of the legendary actor. The teaser has a runtime of 2 minutes and 14 seconds and promises a rich, period-style glimpse into Bhagavathar's world. The film is directed by Selvamani Selvaraj, who is known for the Netflix documentary The Hunt for Veerappan. This marks his debut as a feature film director. The movie is backed by Rana Daggubati's Spirit Media and Dulquer's Wayfarer Films. Dulquer, who was first cast only as the lead actor, later joined as co-producer too. #Kaantha Teaser Censored 👍Length : 2.14 Mts #DulquerSalmaan — Cine Loco (@WECineLoco) July 26, 2025 In a recent interview with THR India, Rana said he couldn't imagine anyone else playing the part. 'Each story decides who its actor is in some manner, and everyone is right for a certain role… The second I heard it, I didn't see anyone but Dulquer in it. So I was like, if he was not in it, we probably wouldn't have made the film," he said. In a grand start to their highly anticipated collaboration, Rana Daggubati's Spirit Media and Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films had earlier held a puja ceremony in Hyderabad to mark the official launch of their multi-project venture. The production houses shared glimpses from the ceremony, showcasing the cast and crew in attendance. The caption for the shared pictures read: 'Introducing #KAANTHA, an epic collaboration between Rana Daggubati and Dulquer Salmaan. Spirit Media and Wayfarer Films bring you a story that merges artistic storytelling with innovative filmmaking. We are thrilled to embark on this journey. The puja is complete, and we can't wait to start rolling!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by Spirit Media (@thespiritmedia) Kaantha also features Bhagyashri Borse and Samuthirakani. During the puja ceremony, the cast and crew, along with visitors, were dressed traditional attire. Rana Daggubati's uncle, actor Venkatesh Daggubati, led the ceremonial clap, with his wife Miheeka Bajaj and father Suresh Babu also in attendance. Prominent producers and Venky Atluri, director of Dulquer Salmaan's Lucky Baskhar, also attended the ceremony. While the theatrical release date hasn't been announced yet, fans are already buzzing. Dulquer's recent film Lucky Baskhar did well at the box office, and Kaantha is expected to be another big moment in his career. The teaser release on his birthday is being seen as a special gift for fans. view comments First Published: July 27, 2025, 11:14 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Kaantha' casting: Rana Daggubati reveals why Dulquer Salmaan was perfect for lead role
Rana Daggubati recently shared why he chose Dulquer Salmaan to play the lead role in their upcoming film 'Kaantha' instead of taking the role himself. He said the story suited Dulquer perfectly and praised him for being a confident and original actor. About Rana Daggubati During an interview with THR India, actor-producer Rana Daggubati shared why he chose Dulquer Salmaan to play the lead role in their upcoming film 'Kaantha' instead of himself. Rana, known for being very selective with his acting projects, revealed that in his 15-year career, he has done only about 10 to 12 films. He believes every story decides its actor, and he doesn't pick films just for the sake of appearing in them. This shows how serious and thoughtful he is about the projects he chooses to associate with, both as an actor and as a producer. Reason behind choosing Dulquer Salmaan Rana is co-producing 'Kaantha' alongside Dulquer Salmaan. When asked why he didn't play the lead himself, Rana clearly said that the story made him instantly think of Dulquer. He explained that the moment he heard the script, he couldn't imagine anyone else in that role other than Dulquer. Rana even said that if Dulquer hadn't agreed to do the film, they probably wouldn't have made it at all. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Doctors Beg: Take These 4 Ingredients Before Bed to Burn Fat The Healthy Way Learn More Undo This shows the level of confidence and belief he had in Dulquer's ability to carry the film. Rana Daggubati praises Dulquer Salmaan He also praised Dulquer Salmaan for being a secure and grounded actor. Rana said that Dulquer is not someone who follows the typical commercial pattern just to make a film successful. He likes actors who are original and bring a natural presence to their roles, and he believes Dulquer is exactly that kind of actor. According to Rana, Dulquer's secure nature as an actor makes him open to stories that don't rely on mainstream formulas but still have strong emotional and cinematic appeal. About the film 'Kaantha' is a period film set in the 1950s in Madras. It is a Tamil-Telugu bilingual film directed by Selvamani Selvaraj. Along with Dulquer in the lead, the film also stars Rana Daggubati, Bhagyashri Borse, and Samuthirakani in important roles. The movie is being co-produced under Rana's Spirit Media and Dulquer's Wayfarer Films banner. The film promises to deliver a retro, emotional narrative with a fresh cinematic experience.
