Kantara Chapter 1 Trailer: Rishab Shetty Film Dives Deep Into Origin Of Panjurli Daiva, Promises High-Octane Action

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Shetty's Kantara: Chapter 1 is one of the highly anticipated movies of the year. 10 days before its big screen release, the makers of Kantara: Chapter 1 have unveiled the much-awaited trailer. Starring Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth and Gulshan Devaiah, the film promises to be bigger and better this time. It is the prequel to Rishab's 2022 film, Kantara.

Kantara: Chapter 1 trailer ft. Rishab Shetty out!

A while ago, Hombale Films shared the official trailer of Kantara: Chapter 1 on YouTube. It was shared with a caption that read, "From Hombale Films — the makers behind KGF: Chapter 1 & 2 and Salaar — and the visionary, National Award–winning Filmmaker and Actor Rishab Shetty, comes the official trailer for Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1." Take a look:

https://youtu.be/TMQUFhWm8C0?si=ET1-mReWzHuYW3KX

The Kantara: Chapter 1 trailer introduces Gulshan as King Kulasekhara. Rukmini, on the other hand, essays the character of Princess Kanakavathi. Produced by Vijay Kiragandur, the film has been scheduled for a theatrical release on October 2, 2025. It will clash with Varun Dhawan and Janhvi Kapoor's Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari.

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What is Rishab Shetty's role in Kantara: Chapter 1?

As per the film's synopsis, "Rishab Shetty transforms into a fierce Naga Sadhu, a warrior-mystic destined to become the bridge between mortals and the divine." As far as the film is concerned, it will revolve around, "Ancient rituals, supernatural forces, and tribal struggles collide in a cinematic spectacle like no other — this isn’t just a prequel, it’s the origin of a myth."

About Kantara franchise

Kantara franchise commenced in 2022 with Rishab writing, directing and starring in the film. The movie was centred around a traditional form of worship, Bhuta Kola, practised in the coastal Karnataka.Are you excited about watching Kantara: Chapter 1 on the big screen? Tweet @TimesNow and share your thoughts on X (formerly Twitter).