Why is the release of Dulquer Salmaan's highly anticipated period drama 'Kaantha' delayed?

Chennai, Sep 11 (NationPress) The team behind director Selvamani Selvaraj's eagerly awaited period drama, 'Kaantha', starring actor Dulquer Salmaan, has officially revealed that they are postponing the film's release.

The film was initially set to premiere on September 12.

In a heartfelt message shared across their social media channels, Spirit Media, one of the film's production companies, stated: "To our amazing audience, your overwhelming love and support since our teaser launch has truly touched us. It inspires us to deliver our utmost best.

"With the blockbuster success of 'Lokah', we want Chandra's box office journey to continue its upward trajectory. We are preparing something equally remarkable to take you on another unforgettable cinematic experience. Therefore, we have shifted 'Kaantha''s release date and will announce the new date shortly. We appreciate your unwavering support and look forward to welcoming you to the theaters soon. With love and gratitude, Team 'Kaantha'."

The teaser, which was released earlier, has sparked immense excitement among fans and cinema enthusiasts, further elevating the film's expectations.

The teaser opens with an announcer declaring that 'Saantha', produced by Modern Studios, will be Tamil cinema’s inaugural horror film. It showcases the film's production process, where Ayya (played by Samuthirakani) takes on the roles of writer and director, and Dulquer Salmaan stars as the lead. Tension is evident as the director and actor appear to be at odds, having ceased communication with each other. While Ayya aims to film a scene where a character named Chandran is frightened by a spirit named Neeli, Dulquer prefers to shoot a more light-hearted scene first.

Once allies, the hero and director are now bitter rivals, despite a past filled with mutual respect. The teaser reveals that Ayya is the one who nurtured Dulquer into the star he is today, making their current feud all the more poignant. As Ayya seeks to focus on the heroine, Dulquer continues to implement changes, culminating in him renaming the film from 'Saantha' to 'Kaantha'.

This gripping period thriller, set against the backdrop of 1950s Madras, promises to transport audiences to a time where tradition met modernity, weaving together deeply personal and significant narratives.

Insiders report that the film, characterized by powerful performances, features a rich storyline complemented by stunning visuals.

The eagerly awaited film boasts performances from Dulquer Salmaan and Bhagyashri Borse in lead roles.

Jointly produced by Spirit Media and Dulquer Salmaan's Wayfarer Films, the film showcases the cinematography of acclaimed cameraman Dani Sanchez Lopaz, with music composed by Jhanu Chanthar. The art direction is helmed by Tha. Ramalingam, while editing is managed by Llewellyn Anthony Gonsalves.