Kaantha, the upcoming multi-lingual release, is based on MK Thiyagaraja Bhagavathar, who is described by film historians as "India's first superstar". Even when the British were ruling India, he attained niche popularity and lived in luxuries.
In Kaantha, Dulquer Salmaan is playing a matinee idol whose life allegedly mirrors that of Thiyagaraja. Based on the film's promotional assets and media reports, Thiyagaraja's grandson has moved the Madras High Court, seeking a stay on the movie's release on the grounds that it "falsely depicts" the life of the thespian. The next hearing is on November 18. It is likely that the movie's team is ready with tight arguments.
Kaantha co-stars Bhagyashri Borse and Samuthirakani. To be released in theatres on November 14, it seems to be a heavily fictionalized period drama. Rana Daggubati has a crucial role and he is also one of the producers of the movie.
