Kaantha - Spirit Media

A dramatic period thriller exploring ambition, ego, and the dark side of a golden era. A visually stunning journey into a rivalry that changed cinema forever.

Kaantha is an upcoming Indian period drama-horror thriller film set in 1950s Madras, exploring the complexities of human relationships and artistic rivalry. The movie revolves around the strained friendship and professional clash between a legendary director, Ayya, played by Samuthirakani, and the rising movie star he helped establish, Chandran, portrayed by Dulquer Salmaan. Their relationship begins to unravel when Chandran, now a prominent figure, takes a female-centric film titled “Shaantha” and alters its narrative to suit his own image, renaming it “Kaantha.” This change ignites an ego war and professional conflict, highlighting the themes of ambition, pride, and unresolved emotional wounds.

The film, co-produced by Dulquer Salmaan and Rana Daggubati, has generated significant anticipation for its visual grandeur and intense drama. The teaser reveals a world steeped in the aesthetic of the golden age of Tamil cinema, with meticulous period detail. While the narrative is fictional, it draws inspiration from the era and the lives of real-life cinema personalities, offering a glimpse into the dynamic cultural landscape of 1950s Madras. Kaantha is set to be a visually captivating and emotionally charged film, showcasing the powerful performances of its lead actors and promising a unique cinematic experience unlike anything seen before.

A tense, artistic showdown in the golden age of cinema. A battle of wills and ambition that blurs the lines between friendship and rivalry, culminating in a dramatic and unforgettable climax.

Dulquer Salmaan is an Indian actor, singer, and producer who primarily works in Malayalam cinema, and has also appeared in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films. Born to actor Mammootty, he initially pursued a degree in business management from Purdue University before a change in career path led him to acting. He is known for his versatile performances and has won several awards.

Dulqer Salmaan

as Chandran

Bhagyashri Borse is an Indian actress who is primarily known for her work in the Telugu film industry. She will be making her Tamil debut with the film Kaantha. She first gained attention from a popular Cadbury Dairy Milk Silk advertisement and had a minor role in the Hindi film Yaariyan. She has since starred in Telugu films and is an emerging talent in the industry. Notable roles include:

Bhagyashree

as Kumari

P. Samuthirakani is an Indian actor and film director who works predominantly in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam films. He began his career as an assistant director and later established himself as both a director and an actor. He has received critical acclaim and awards for his work, including a National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor.

Samuthirakani

as Ayya

WAYFARER FILMS presents a SPIRIT MEDIA production a SELVAMNI SELVARAAJ film
DULQUER SALMAAN, BHAGYASREE BHORSE with SAMUTHIRAKANI and RANA DAGGUBATI music by JHANU CHANTHAR edited by LLEWELLYN ANTHONY GONSALVEZ produced by RANA DAGGUBATI, DULQER SALMAAN
and PRASHANTH POTLURI directed by SELVAMANI SELVARAAJ.