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"Kaantha" Debuts to Mixed Reviews, Earns INR10.5 Crore Opening

11/16/2025

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Dulquer Salmaan's Tamil period drama "Kaantha," directed by Selvamani Selvaraj, premiered in theaters on November 14, 2025, and received mixed reviews.
The film, set in 1950s Madras, depicts the complex relationship between a filmmaker and an actor, leading to a dramatic climax involving a mysterious murder.
"Kaantha" earned INR10.5 crore on its opening day, including INR4.30 crore from India.
Netflix acquired the digital rights, with a tentative streaming release expected in mid-December.
The film features a notable cast, including Samuthirakani and Rana Daggubati.

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Dulquer Salmaan's Tamil period drama "Kaantha," directed by Selvamani Selvaraj, premiered in theaters on November 14, 2025, and received mixed reviews.
The film, set in 1950s Madras, depicts the complex relationship between a filmmaker and an actor, leading to a dramatic climax involving a mysterious murder.
"Kaantha" earned INR10.5 crore on its opening day, including INR4.30 crore from India.
Netflix acquired the digital rights, with a tentative streaming release expected in mid-December.
The film features a notable cast, including Samuthirakani and Rana Daggubati.