Rishab Shetty Offers Prayers At Siddhivinayak Temple Amid Success Of Kantara Chapter 1

Rishab Shetty is enjoying the success of his recently released film, Kantara Chapter 1. Besides playing the lead, he has written and directed the mythological drama set in Uttar Karnataka. The actor is currently

in Mumbai with his wife, Pragathi Shetty, for promotions. As the box office meter hits multi-crores, Rishab offered prayers at the Siddhivinayak Temple.

Rishab Shetty visits Siddhivinayak temple

Dressed in a traditional Veshti and a white shirt, Rishab was seen barefoot while posing for the paparazzi amid heavy police protection. The actor also interacted with local authorities before entering the temple.

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ALSO READ: Kantara Chapter 1 Brahmakalasha Ritual EXPLAINED: All You Need To Know About Its Significance On Thursday evening, Rishab hosted a special screening of Kantara Chapter 1 in Mumbai. His wife, Pragathi, and co-star Gulshan Devaiah joined him in welcoming celebrities; Suniel Shetty was one of them.

Makers issue statement on viral video

Following the release of Kantara Chapter 1 on October 2, a man impersonating Guliga Daiva was seen dancing around in a Tamil Nadu theatre. As the video went viral, Hombale Films, the production house backing the film, issued a statement. It read, “To the cinephiles and the global audience, Dhaivaradhane stands as a profound symbol of faith and cultural pride within Tulunadu, the coastal region of Karnataka. Our films, Kantara and Kantara Chapter-1, were created with the purpose of respectfully portraying this devotion and celebrating the glory of the Daivas. We have strived tirelessly to ensure that the profound respect and unwavering devotion central to Dhaivaradhane were honoured, successfully spreading the significance and heritage of the Tulu soil with the world. We are deeply grateful for the overwhelming positive response. However, we have observed that certain individuals have been imitating the Daiva characters from the movie and engaging in inappropriate behaviour in public spaces and gatherings.”

To the cinephiles and the global audience,Dhaivaradhane stands as a profound symbol of faith and cultural pride within Tulunadu, the coastal region of Karnataka. Our films, Kantara and Kantara Chapter-1, were created with the purpose of respectfully portraying this devotion and… pic.twitter.com/y6B9NjvfLr

— Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) October 7, 2025

Earlier this week, Rishab, Pragathi and Rukmini Vasanth met Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and hosted a special screening of Kantara Chapter 1. She tweeted, “Met Rishab Shetty, actor and director of Kantara Chapter 1 and his team at the Mukhyamantri Janseva Sadan today. The film beautifully reflects India’s spiritual depth and cultural richness, bringing alive the essence of our traditions. Works like Kantara proudly carry the spirit of our heritage to the global stage. Wishing the entire team great success in this remarkable cinematic journey.”

Met Rishab Shetty, actor and director of Kantara Chapter 1 and his team at the Mukhyamantri Janseva Sadan today.The film beautifully reflects India’s spiritual depth and cultural richness, bringing alive the essence of our traditions. Works like Kantara proudly carry the spirit… pic.twitter.com/6TeGsk0BjF

— Rekha Gupta (@gupta_rekha) October 7, 2025

Kantara Chapter 1 is running successfully in theatres in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali and English.