'Dulquer’s performance in 'Kaantha' will shock you': Samuthirakani

Actor and director Samuthirakani is heaping high praise on Dulquer Salmaan for his upcoming role in the film 'Kaantha'. After watching the movie, Samuthirakani was completely taken aback by the actor's intensity and emotional depth.

He stated that Dulquer Salmaan's portrayal is so powerful that it will "shock everyone.

" The film is already generating significant buzz.

A powerful emotional reaction

Speaking at an event in Kerala, Samuthirakani elaborated on the profound, immediate impact the film had on him. He shared that the emotional depth of the role was overwhelming. "I felt like running to DQ and hugging him after watching the film," Samuthirakani shared. This high praise strongly suggests that Dulquer has delivered a deeply moving and intense performance in the new movie.

A stunning transformation

The director further added that audiences should prepare for a completely new side of the actor. Samuthirakani specifically noted that Dulquer will shock everyone with his "stunning transformation and performance" in 'Kaantha'. This suggests a significant departure for the actor, pointing to a raw and perhaps unexpected portrayal that will leave a lasting impression on viewers.

About ‘Kaantha’

'Kaantha' is an upcoming Tamil-language period drama thriller, co-written and directed by Selvamani Selvaraj. Set in 1950s Madras, the film is reportedly inspired by the life of M. K. Thyagaraja Bhagavathar, the first superstar of Tamil cinema. The story details an "ego-driven clash" between a legendary director named Ayya and his star protégé, T.K. Mahadevan.The film stars Dulquer Salmaan as the matinee idol T.K. Mahadevan, Samuthirakani as the director Ayya, Rana Daggubati as Inspector Phoenix, and

Bhagyashri Borse

as the female lead, Kumari. The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on November 14, 2025.