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Hans India
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Boat capsizes during Kantara-1 shooting
Shivamogga: A boat capsized in a reservoir during the shooting of Kannada film Kantara: Chapter 1. However, actor-director Rishab Shetty and 30 crew members escaped unhurt, averting a major mishap, police sources said. This incident allegedly occurred during the filming in the Mani reservoir in the Masti Katte region of Shivamogga district, they added. The accident occurred in a shallow zone of the reservoir, near an area locally known as Melina Koppa, which helped avert a possible tragedy. However, cameras and other filming equipment are believed to have been lost to the water. The losses are yet to be assessed. According to the Thirthahalli police, who visited the spot, people onboard escaped unhurt. Police are investigating. Theatre artist Ramadas Poojary told PTI that making a movie on the spirits of Dakshina Kannada is always risky, as the spirits (Bhootas-Daivas) do not like the commercialisation of any activity connected to them. However, Rishab Shetty, who reveres the spirits, has conducted elaborate poojas to them and was given permission to make the film, says Poojary. A senior crew member who spoke to PTI on the condition of anonymity said some of the crew members panicked when the boat overturned, but since it was in the shallow waters, all of them waded through to safety. 'It shows that the spirits have blessed us in some way,' the crew member said. This incident marks yet another setback for Kantara: Chapter 1, which is grappling with a series of unfortunate events. In the past month alone, the production team has lost three artists to unrelated incidents, adding to the challenges faced by the film's crew. According to reports, in a heartbreaking turn of events, Kalabhavan Niju, a well-known mimicry artist and actor from Kerala, passed away after suffering a heart attack in Bengaluru, where the film's shoot is currently underway. He was 43. According to a report by OnManorama, Niju was staying at a homestay arranged for the cast members when he began experiencing severe chest pain. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he could not be saved. Mimicry artist Kannan Sagar confirmed the news, revealing that he was informed of Niju's passing via a WhatsApp group message around 10:30 pm on Thursday. Niju, who had recently appeared in the film Marco, had reportedly auditioned for his part in Kantara: Chapter 1. His sudden demise marks the third death associated with the film's unit in recent months. Just weeks earlier, in May, actor and comedian Rakesh Poojary died of cardiac arrest while attending a wedding. That same month, 32-year-old junior artiste MF Kapil tragically drowned in the Souparnika river after being caught in a cross current. Though not fatal, a major accident was narrowly avoided last November when a minibus carrying 20 junior artistes from the shoot met with an accident in Mudoor. Around the same time, an elaborate set constructed for the film was destroyed due to torrential rains. Kantara: Chapter 1 is an upcoming Indian Kannada-language fantasy action film, written and directed by Rishab Shetty. Set against the historical backdrop of the Kadamba dynasty of Banavasi, the film serves as a prequel to Shetty's 2022 blockbuster Kantara. Produced by Vijay Kiragandur and Chaluve Gowda under the banner of Hombale Films, the project features Rishab Shetty and Jayaram in prominent roles, promising an epic narrative rooted in folklore, mythology, and action. The filming of Kantara: Chapter 1 commenced in November 2023. The first look and teaser were unveiled on 27 November 2023, introducing Rishab Shetty in a striking avatar as a Naga Sadhu with superhuman abilities. The visually arresting publicity poster was crafted by Kaani Studio. The film's music, including its soundtrack and background score, is composed by B. Ajaneesh Loknath. Kantara: Chapter 1 is slated for release on 2 October 2025.
India Today
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Rishab Shetty and crew unhurt after boat capsizes during Kantara Chapter 1 shoot
Actor-director Rishab Shetty along with his crew escaped unhurt from a boat accident during the shooting of 'Kantara: Chapter 1.'The incident occurred at the Mani reservoir in the Masti Katte region of Shivamogga district when a boat capsized on shallow zone of the reservoir, near an area locally known as Melina Koppa helped in averting any casualties, according to a PTI Although Shetty and his 30 crew members were unharmed, cameras and other filming equipment are believed to have been lost to the Thirthahalli police, who assessed the accident, are conducting a artist Ramadas Poojary in an interaction with PTI, claimed that making a movie on the spirits of Dakshina Kannada is always mentioned that the spirits (Bhootas-Daivas) do not like the commercialisation of any activity connected to a local priest stated that Shetty reveres the spirits and was given permission to make the film after conducting elaborate poojas (prayers).Another crew member quoted by PTI recalled that during the accident the crew members panicked but all of them were safe due to shallow said, "It shows that the spirits have blessed us in some way."advertisementSince the past month, the production team has lost three artistes to unrelated incidents, adding to the challenges faced by the film's May 2025, the shooting of 'Kantara: Chapter 1', came to an abrupt halt after a junior artiste film is the second installment of the Kannada action-thriller 'Kantara' (2022). It is a prequel to the film, written and directed by by Hombale Films, and co-produced by Vijay Kiragandur and Chaluve Gowda, Kantara: Chapter 1' is set during the reign of the Kadambas of Banavasi. It also features Jayaram, Kishore and Jayasurya, among others.'Kantara: Chapter 1' is slated for release on October 2, Reel
Hindustan Times
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Boat capsizes during Kantara Chapter 1 shoot; Rishab Shetty, 30 crew members escape unhurt
A boat capsized at a reservoir in Shivamogga during the shooting of Kannada film Kantara: Chapter 1, but actor-director Rishab Shetty and 30 crew members escaped unhurt, averting a major mishap, police sources said. (Also Read: Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 unit suffers another loss; actor Kalabhavan Niju dies of heart attack) They added that this incident allegedly occurred during the filming of Kantara: Chapter 1 in the Mani reservoir in the Masti Katte region of Shivamogga district. The accident occurred in a shallow zone of the reservoir, near an area locally known as Melina Koppa, which helped avert a possible tragedy. However, cameras and other filming equipment are believed to have been lost to the water. The losses are yet to be assessed. According to the Thirthahalli police, who visited the spot, people onboard escaped unhurt. Police are investigating. Theatre artist Ramadas Poojary told PTI that making a movie on the spirits of Dakshina Kannada is always risky, as the spirits (Bhootas-Daivas) do not like the commercialisation of any activity connected to them. However, Rishab Shetty, who reveres the spirits, has conducted elaborate poojas to them and was given permission to make the film, says Poojary. A senior crew member who spoke to PTI on the condition of anonymity said some of the crew members panicked when the boat overturned, but since it was in the shallow waters, all of them waded through to safety. "It shows that the spirits have blessed us in some way," the crew member said. This incident marks yet another setback for Kantara: Chapter 1, which is grappling with a series of unfortunate events. In the past month alone, the production team has lost three artists to unrelated incidents, adding to the challenges faced by the film's crew. Kantara: Chapter 1 is slated for release on 2 October.
The Hindu
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Boat capsizes during ‘Kantara: Chapter 1' shoot, Rishab Shetty and crew members escape unhurt
A boat capsized in a reservoir during the shooting of Kannada film Kantara: Chapter 1, the prequel to 2022's Kantara, but actor-director Rishab Shetty and 30 crew members escaped unhurt, averting a major mishap, police sources said. The incident allegedly occurred during the filming in the Mani reservoir in the Masti Katte region of Shivamogga district, they added. The accident occurred in a shallow zone of the reservoir, near an area locally known as Melina Koppa, which helped avert a possible tragedy. However, cameras and other filming equipment are believed to have been lost to the water. The losses are yet to be assessed. According to the Thirthahalli police, who visited the spot, people onboard escaped unhurt. Police are investigating. Theatre artist Ramadas Poojary told PTI that making a movie on the spirits of Dakshina Kannada is always risky, as the spirits (Bhootas-Daivas) do not like the commercialisation of any activity connected to them. However, Rishab Shetty, who reveres the spirits, has conducted elaborate poojas to them and was given permission to make the film, says Poojary. A senior crew member who spoke to PTI on the condition of anonymity said some of the crew members panicked when the boat overturned, but since it was in the shallow waters, all of them waded through to safety. "It shows that the spirits have blessed us in some way," the crew member said. This incident marks yet another setback for Kantara: Chapter 1, which is grappling with a series of unfortunate events. In the past month alone, the production team has lost three artists to unrelated incidents, adding to the challenges faced by the film's crew.
NDTV
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Kantara Chapter 1: Boat Capsizes During Shoot. Rishab Shetty, 30 Crew Members Escape Unhurt
New Delhi: During the shooting of Kantara: Chapter 1, a boat carrying actor-director Rishab Shetty and 30 crew members capsized in the Mani reservoir in Shivamogga district. What According to police sources, the incident occurred near Melina Koppa, a shallow area of the reservoir, which helped avert a major mishap. All onboard escaped unhurt. However, filming equipment and cameras are believed to have been lost in the water. The total damage is yet to be assessed. Thirthahalli police visited the site and have begun an investigation into the incident. Background Theatre artist Ramadas Poojary told PTI that making a film on the spirits (Bhootas-Daivas) of Dakshina Kannada carries risks, as such spirits do not favour commercialisation. However, he added that Rishab Shetty had performed proper rituals and received blessings before starting the film. A senior crew member, speaking anonymously to PTI, said some panicked when the boat overturned, but all safely made it to shore due to the shallow depth. "It shows that the spirits have blessed us in some way," the crew member added. This accident adds to the series of setbacks faced by the production. In the past month, three artists associated with the film have passed away in separate incidents. In A Nutshell A boat carrying Rishab Shetty and 30 crew members capsized during the shoot of Kantara: Chapter 1 in Karnataka's Mani reservoir, but all escaped unhurt due to shallow waters. Filming equipment was lost, and police are investigating the incident.
