Dulquer Salmaan Opens Up About Kaantha:
It’s not every day you hear an actor talk about a project that’s been brewing for over half a decade — but that’s exactly what’s happening with Kaantha. Dulquer Salmaan, who’s been at the heart of this long-gestating film, recently gave fans a glimpse into just how much time, effort, and heart have gone into it.
“I’ve been travelling with Kaantha for the last six years,” Dulquer shared, reflecting on the journey that’s stretched across more than 50 sittings, brainstorms, and creative discussions. For anyone familiar with Dulquer’s filmography, this kind of dedication isn’t surprising — he’s always been one to chase stories that challenge him, that demand patience and passion in equal measure.
But it’s not just Dulquer who’s been living and breathing Kaantha. His co-star and collaborator, Rana Daggubati, has been equally immersed. “Rana is travelling more than me for this film,” Dulquer added, almost in awe. “He’s watching the film two times a day for the last three months.”
Now that’s commitment. Two screenings a day for months? That’s not something you do unless you’re completely obsessed — or deeply proud — of the project you’ve created.
While details about Kaantha are still being kept under wraps, the energy surrounding it already feels different. Both Dulquer and Rana have a knack for picking distinctive, genre-defying scripts, and if their level of involvement is any indication, Kaantha isn’t just another film — it’s a passion project years in the making.
In an industry that often runs on quick turnarounds and tight deadlines, it’s refreshing (and frankly inspiring) to see two leading men invest so much of themselves in a story. Whether Kaantha turns out to be a soulful drama, a grand spectacle, or something else entirely, one thing’s clear: this is a film that’s been lived, not just made.
And when actors like Dulquer and Rana are this emotionally plugged in, audiences can sense it — long before the lights go down and the first frame rolls.
