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Pink Villa
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
What's the story of Kantara Chapter 1 and how does Rishab Shetty's prequel connect to the first part?
Kantara, the 2022 movie starring Rishab Shetty in the lead role, was an action thriller with elements of mythology. Its prequel, Kantara: Chapter 1, is releasing in theaters on October 2, 2025. What does its story revolve around, and how will it be connected to the first installment? Let's find out inside. What is the story of Kantara: Chapter 1? According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, Kantara: Chapter 1 will revolve around lost ancient traditions from the Tulu region in Karnataka. The prequel film would delve deeper into the lore of Panjurli Daiva and Guliga Daiva deities, making it a thematic connection to the first installment. While the original movie explored just a simple insight into the facets of Panjurli Daiva, this would be more detailed and said to become a one-of-a-kind experience in Indian cinema. Set in pre-colonial coastal Karnataka, the film is touted to be a man's exploration into the connected experiences of nature and divinity under the rule of Kadambas of Banavasi. This was initially teased as the backstory for the ancestral conflict in Kantara (2022). What was the Kadamba dynasty? The Kadamba dynasty was an ancient royal family that ruled northern Karnataka and the Konkan from Banavasi. Founded by Maharaja Mayurasharma in 345 CE, the dynasty lasted 540 CE until being disestablished. What are the Panjurli Daiva and Guliga Daiva deities? According to Tulu folklore, Panjurli Daiva and Guliga Daiva are two deities popularly known from the shamanistic Hindu dance Buta Kola, worshipped in Karnataka. Panjurli is represented as a boar-like demigod who is known for protecting the people and their crops. As legend goes, it is believed that Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati once adopted a boar, but as it grew older, it became destructive. This led Lord Shiva to send him to Earth and become a protector god. On the other hand, Guliga Daiva is represented as a spirit much more powerful and ferocious than Panjurli. Often blamed for bringing diseases, misfortune, and chaos, Guliga Daiva's legend describes it as being cursed by Lord Vishnu and sent to Earth. Kantara: Chapter 1 is a mythological action thriller starring, written, and directed by Rishab Shetty. The film, slated to release for October this year, is musically crafted by Ajaneesh Lokanath.
New Indian Express
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Rishab Shetty and Hombale Films wrap the 250-day shoot of Kantara: Chapter 1
When Rishab Shetty's Kantara was released in 2022, the film became a spiritual and cinematic phenomenon that echoed across the country. Now, the legend continues with Kantara: Chapter 1, and the journey behind its creation looks to be as grand as the myth it seeks to portray. The much-anticipated making video, released by Hombale Films, offers a riveting glimpse into the massive scale, immense effort, and intense emotions that went into shaping this prequel.
News18
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
3 Years, 250 Days: 'Kantara Chapter 1' Bigger Than 'KGF' And 'Salaar', Say Makers
After nearly 250 days of shooting and three years of continuous dedication, the video celebrates the wrap-up of this much-anticipated project. A team of thousands worked tirelessly through every stage of production, and the making video highlights the commitment and craftsmanship brought in by actor and director Rishab Shetty. Rishab Shetty announced the film's wrap on social media, sharing a behind-the-scenes video that traces the entire journey of bringing the story to life. He wrote, ' Kantara: Chapter 1 has been a divine journey, deeply rooted in our culture, brought to life with unwavering dedication, relentless hard work, and incredible team spirit. Can't wait to see you all in theatres on October 2, as this legendary tale unfolds on big screens worldwide." Producer Vijay Kiragandur echoed the sentiment, stating, ' Kantara: Chapter 1 is our biggest project so far for many reasons. From the extensive number of shooting days to working with such a large team, it is by far our most ambitious venture yet." The Team Behind the Magic
India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
‘Kantara Chapter 1' Shooting Wrapped: Makers Of KGF And Salaar Call It Their Most Ambitious Film
New Delhi: Hombale Films, which has made films including Rajakumara, KGF, Salaar, and Kantara, today released the much-awaited making video of Kantara Chapter 1, offering audiences a spectacular look into the epic scale and effort behind the film. Kantara Chapter 1 Wrapped The video, released as a wrap-up celebration, marks the culmination of over 250 days of shooting, the result of more than three years of unwavering dedication. With thousands of crew members working tirelessly through each phase of production, the making video stands as a tribute to the passion and precision that define Actor and Director Rishab Shetty's storytelling. Rishab Shetty took to his social media to announce the wrap-up of Kantara: Chapter 1. By sharing a BTS video of the entire journey, Rishab offered glimpses into the grand, divine, and marvelous world of this cinematic spectacle. He further wrote in the caption – "Wrap Up… The Journey Begins Presenting #WorldOfKantara ~ A Glimpse into the making. Head to Settings -> Audio Track -> Select your language of choice. #KantaraChapter1 has been a divine journey, deeply rooted in our culture, brought to life with unwavering dedication, relentless hard work, and incredible team spirit. Can't wait to see you all in theatres on October 2nd, as this legendary tale unfolds on big screens worldwide. " Wrap Up… The Journey Begins Presenting #WorldOfKantara ~ A Glimpse into the making. – Head to Settings -> Audio Track -> Select your language of choice.#KantaraChapter1 has been a divine journey, deeply rooted in our culture, brought to life with… — Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) July 21, 2025 About Kantara Chapter 1 While speaking about the film, The producer Vijay Kiragandur says, ''Kantara: Chapter 1' is undoubtedly our most ambitious project to date — and there are several reasons why. The scale of effort, from the number of shoot days to the sheer volume of manpower, far surpasses anything we've undertaken before. But beyond logistics, this film holds a deeply personal place in our hearts. It's the kind of cinema we've always dreamed of creating. At Hombale, our vision has always been to bring Indian cultural roots to life through storytelling. We've long aspired to create something for this generation — and for generations to come — that makes them proud of India's rich heritage.' 'Kantara Chapter 1' is one of the hombale films's one of most ambitious undertakings. The creative team behind the film includes music director B. Ajaneesh Loknath, cinematographer Arvind Kashyap, and production designer Vinesh Banglan all of whom have shaped the film's powerful visual and emotional narrative. Scheduled for a worldwide release on October 2, the film will be launched in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English reaching audiences across languages andregions, while staying rooted in its cultural core.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Rishab Shetty wraps shooting for Kantara: Chapter 1
Agency: PTI Last Updated: New Delhi, Jul 21 (PTI) The shooting of Rishab Shetty's much-anticipated directorial 'Kantara: Chapter 1" has concluded, the makers said on Monday. Slated to release in theatres worldwide on October 2, the pan-India movie from Hombale Films is the prequel to 2022's National Award-winning 'Kantara", also written and fronted by Shetty. Production banner shared the news with a post on its official Instagram handle. The makers also released the BTS (behind the scenes) video from the set. 'Wrap Up… The Journey Begins. Presenting #WorldOfKantara ~ A Glimpse into the making. #KantaraChapter1 has been a divine journey, deeply rooted in our culture, brought to life with unwavering dedication, relentless hard work, and incredible team spirit. Can't wait to see you all in theatres on October 2nd, as this legendary tale unfolds on big screens worldwide," read the caption of the post. The story of 'Kantara" was set around a small community living in the woodlands of Kaadubettu in the southern coastal state of Karnataka. 'Kantara", which was mounted on a reported budget of Rs 16 crore, went on to earn over Rs 400 crore across the globe. It won the National Award for Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment and earned Shetty his first best actor National Award at the 70th National Film Awards. PTI ATR ATR ATR Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
