Kaantha Movie Review, Rating and Release Live Updates: Early reviews suggest Dulquer Salmaan has delivered a career best performance in Kaantha.Kaantha Movie Review, Rating and Release Live Updates: Dulquer Salmaan’s much-awaited period drama Kaantha has finally hit screens. The first reviews of the film describe it as a riveting gender-bender, with the performances of Dulquer and Bhagyashree Borse earning widespread praise.Kaantha, also starring Samuthirakani and Rana Daggubati in pivotal roles, is rumored to be a fictional retelling of an unknown chapter in the life of MK Thyagaraja Bhagavathar, the first superstar of Tamil cinema.Story continues below this adAlso Read | Rajinikanth, Mohanlal’s co-star escaped abusive marriage at 14, worked as domestic help; lost everything on lover’s advice, died at 35 in mysterious circumstancesHowever, at a recent press conference, Rana, who has co-produced Kaantha along with Dulquer Salmaan, dismissed rumours of the film being a biopic. Rana said, “Kantha is a completely fictional story set in the 1950s, inspired by the artistic rivalries and creative struggles of that era. It’s about the dark and passionate side of brilliance.”Dulquer added, “Such experiences are rare. The film recreates a time when art, music, and literature defined perfection. Cinema like this celebrates our roots.”Live UpdatesNov 14, 2025 08:51 AM ISTKaantha Movie Review Live Updates: 'What a solid performance by Dulquer Salmaan, his best till date'Trade analyst and writer Sreedhar Pillai shared his Kaantha Review and called the Dulquer Salmaan and Rana Daggubati-starrer, "Brilliant". His review read, "A captivating, drama-driven narrative from director Selvamani Selvaraj powered by ego, ambition & betrayal that play out along with powerful performances from its lead actors. A period drama set in 1950’s Madras tinsel town ( there is a shot of LIC building on Mount Road under construction) , when big studios ruled. First half is the deadly ego clash between a veteran director Ayya (Samuthirakani) taking on the superstar KT Mahadevan (DQ) ‘Nadippin Chakravarthy’ whom he discovered & mentored. Second half is pure Hitchcockian style murder mystery- who pulled the trigger? The way director has seamlessly blended both the parts together is what keeps you hooked till the end. What a solid performance by Dulquer Salmaan, his best till date, you can see the emotions of the character he plays in the breakdown ‘mirror scene’. And Samuthirakani as the ego driven maniac is perfect foil to DQ. Bhagyashri Borse is riveting and does a neat job as the girl torn between her loyalty to Ayya and her love for KTM. For Rana it is a cakewalk as comical investigation officer. Antony’s editing and Jakes Bejoy bgm enhance the production. Yes it has pacing issues but is definitely one of the best films of the year, and is sure to sweep the awards."Nov 14, 2025 08:44 AM ISTKaantha Movie Review Live Updates: 'Looking forward to the Cinematic experience'Actor Sundeep Kishan sends best wishes Dulquer Salmaan’s film Kaantha and shared via X, "Been Loving everything about this film from the word go .. the passion with which I have seen @RanaDaggubati own this film has been plain inspiring..Along with the Incredible @dulQuer..Looking forward to the Cinematic experience ♥️#selvamaniselvaraj @BhagyashriBose #kaantha."Nov 14, 2025 08:33 AM ISTKaantha Movie Review Live Updates: Bhagyashri Borse's debut gets a thumbs upFirst reviews of Kaantha are praising Bhagyashri Borse's stunning performance. "Bhagyashri Borse — A Stunning Debut & Comeback — #kaantha is actually the first film Bhagyashri Borse signed but due to multiple delays, the shoot kept getting postponed until it was finally completed — Her performance in this movie is absolutely brilliant — she looks beautiful and expressive throughout — Every scene she appears in is captivating and perfectly delivered — It’s surprising why she chose films like #mrbachchan and #kingdom earlier — But this movie will surely be a huge comeback for her — a career-defining performance — Truly, she has aced every frame she appears in!," read a review.Nov 14, 2025 08:25 AM ISTKaantha Movie Review Live Updates: Early reviews of Dulquer Salmaan’s film are in@Trendswoodcom shared Kaantha Movie Review via X that read, "#kaantha - 3.75/5 A Well Written & Well Executed Period Crime Investigation Drama. Terrific Performance By DQ... Heard Many Claps From The Audience For His Acting. Very Impressive Performances By Bhagyashri, Samuthirakani & Rana As Well. BGM & Songs Are Superb. 1st Half & 2nd Half Follow Different Genres... 2nd Half Filled With An Engaging Investigation Angle. Film Keeps You Hooked Throughout, Though The Length Is The Only Drawback. Kaantha Offers A Distinctly Different Theatrical Experience. Technically It’s Brilliant Movie, So Watch It On A Good Screen. Another Worthy & Satisfying Watch From DQ."Click here to follow Screen Digital on YouTube and stay updated with the latest from the world of cinema.© IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdTags:Dulquer SalmaanRana Daggubati