Overview
- The 1950s-set period drama, co-produced by Dulquer Salmaan and Rana Daggubati, released in theaters on November 14.
- Critics commend the film’s production design, cinematography and music, while noting that momentum dips in the second half.
- A petition filed in a Chennai court by B Thiagarajan seeks to halt the release over alleged defamation of MK Thyagaraja Bhagavathar.
- Producers reiterate that the story is fictional and not a biopic, describing it as inspired by creative rivalries of the era.
- In pre-release remarks, Dulquer said he still faces criticism and self-doubt, using it as motivation to take on harder roles.