Tamil superstar Dulquer Salmaan gave fans a major surprise on July 28, 2025—his birthday—by releasing the official teaser of his upcoming film Kaantha. Alongside the teaser drop, he announced the film’s theatrical Kaantha Release Date: September 12, 2025, setting the stage for one of the season’s most anticipated period dramas.

Kaantha, directed by Selvamani Selvaraj, immerses viewers in 1950s Madras, a world of fame, rivalry, and film-making lore. Dulquer plays Chandran, A mega film star, while Samuthirakani portrays his former mentor-turned-director, now locked in creative conflict with his protégé.

Teaser scenes in black-and-white evoke yesteryear cinema aesthetics and build an atmosphere of simmering tension. Bhagyashri Borse features prominently and raises questions about the rift between mentor and star.

Viewers saw Chandran struggle with pride and responsibility, as Ayya (Samuthirakani) demands creative credit and control. Their clash, captured through powerful framing and visual contrast, promises emotional depth and cinematic flair. The teaser’s visual drama extends to lush period sets, stunning cinematography, and a carefully curated soundscape by Jhanu Chanthar.

Produced under banners like Wayfarer Films and Spirit Media, Kaantha boasts a top-tier technical crew—Dani Sanchez‑Lopez (cinematography), Llewellyn Anthony Gonsalvez (editing), and music by Jhanu Chanthar. With producers including Dulquer Salmaan and Rana Daggubati, the film aims for mass appeal backed by artistic ambition.