B Thiagarajan, grandson of legendary Tamil actor MK Thyagaraja Bhagavathar, has approached the Madras High Court seeking legal action against the upcoming film Kaantha. The movie, starring Dulquer Salmaan and co‑produced by Rana Daggubati, is scheduled for a theatrical release on November 14. Thiagarajan contends that the film falsely depicts his grandfather as a person of loose morals who became blind and died in penury, which he asserts is entirely inaccurate.
In his petition, Thiagarajan emphasizes that MK Thyagaraja Bhagavathar lived a life of strong values, compassion, and financial independence, and that the portrayal in Kaantha is damaging to his legacy. He also points out that the filmmakers did not seek permission from the family, a requirement when a film is based on real personalities. Consequently, the plea demands a permanent injunction to prevent the film’s release and any depiction that tarnishes Bhagavathar’s reputation.
Kaantha is a period‑driven narrative written and directed by Selvamani Selvaraj. The cast includes Dulquer Salmaan, Rana Daggubati, Samuthirakani, and Bhagyashri Borse, among others. The film has been generating buzz for its storyline set in the 1950s Tamil film industry, though it has sparked controversy over its alleged biographical elements.
The court case adds another layer of anticipation and scrutiny to the film’s upcoming release. Fans and stakeholders await the judicial outcome, which could impact the film’s distribution and promotional plans. The makers maintain that the story is fictional, while the plaintiff seeks protection of his grandfather’s image and legacy.
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