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Time of India
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Makers of Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara 2' break silence on film's postponement: 'Trust us, it'll be worth the wait...'
Rishab Shetty 's highly anticipated film, 'Kantara: Chapter 1' , a prequel to his acclaimed 2022 blockbuster 'Kantara ', has been making headlines due to repeated hurdles during its shoot. Reports have been circulating on social media suggesting that the film might not be released in theatres on October 2, 2025. Amidst speculation regarding a possible delay, the production team has confirmed that the film's progress remains unaffected. check out the post here: The makers addressed the rumours directly on Thursday (May 22) via their official X (formerly Twitter) handle, stating: "We're right on track, and everything is progressing as planned. #KantaraChapter1 will release in theatres worldwide on October 2, 2025. Trust us, it'll be worth the wait. We kindly urge everyone to avoid speculation and refrain from sharing unverified updates.' Kantara 2 previously made headlines following the accidental drowning of junior artist MF Kapil. The production house had issued a statement asserting that no filming was in progress at the time of the incident. 'No filming was scheduled on that day, and the unfortunate event occurred during his personal engagement, outside the scope of any film-related activity,' the statement read. Prior to this, a vehicle carrying junior artists overturned on set. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. 'Kantara 2' first look: Rishab Shetty shows birth of a legend in blood-soaked video. Watch Tragedy struck again when actor Rakesh Poojary passed away at the age of 34 due to a heart attack. His sudden demise left the team and fans in shock. Actor-turned-director Rishab Shetty expressed his grief through a heartfelt message on his X (formerly Twitter) account. 'Kantara: Chapter 1' also stars Rishab alongside Jayaram, Kishore, Jayasurya, and Jisshu Sengupta. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Pink Villa
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Fact Check: Is Rishab Shetty starrer Kantara Chapter 1 postponed?
Trigger: This article contains a mention of death. Rishab Shetty starrer Kantara: Chapter 1 has been in the making for quite some time, with heavy expectations riding after its impressive first installment. However, rumors exist that it might have been postponed from the original release date. Is there any truth to it? No, the film has not been postponed by the makers, and it is still scheduled to hit the big screens on October 2, 2025. The official date of the movie has been made clear by the makers on multiple occasions. Kantara: Chapter 1 has been making the headlines for some time now, especially after two mournful events took place. Firstly, a junior artist named MF Kapil died on the sets of the film while swimming in a river and drowning. However, the makers later clarified that the actor did not succumb to death on a shooting day, offering their condolences. Just days following the junior artist's death, a co-actor of the film, Rakesh Poojary, who was the winner of Season 3 of the reality show Comedy Kiladigalu, died of a heart attack. His family had underlined that he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest during a mehndi function and was declared dead shortly after. The 33-year-old actor's death was mourned by the makers, including the film's actor-director Rishab Shetty penning a few words for him via his social media handle. Coming to the movie, Kantara: Chapter 1 starring Rishab Shetty in the lead role is set to be the prequel to the actor's own 2022 blockbuster Kantara. The first installment followed the tale of Kaadubettu Shiva, a Kambala champion who is head-to-head with a righteous forest officer. However, as the story unfolds, Shiva starts to realize the true enemy for him and his people, tracing back to his father, a Daiva Kola performer's disappearance, and the secrets behind the legends of Guliga Daiva and Panjurli Daiva. With the prequel film, the movie is expected to dive deeper into the origins of the film and explore the lore in-depth. While Rishab Shetty is returning as lead and director, the rest of the cast is yet to be confirmed.
Hindustan Times
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
AICWA demands investigation into death of 'Kantara Chapter 1' junior artist and FIR against Rishab Shetty
The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) has demanded an impartial investigation into the death of 'Kantara Chapter 1' junior artist MF Kapil. AIWCA has also demanded an FIR against Rishab Shetty and the owners of the production house. Also Read - Tiranga yatra held in Bengaluru to show solidarity with armed forces amid rising Indo-Pak tensions In the media release, the AICWA expressed deep sorrow over the unfortunate demise of junior artist "MF Kapil, aged 33, a resident of Moosarithara, Vaikom, Kerala" who lost his life on May 6, allegedly during the shooting of the film "Kantara Chapter 1". "The All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) expresses deep sorrow over the tragic demise of junior artist MF Kapil, aged 33, a resident of Moosarithara, Vaikom, Kerala, who lost his life on May 6, 2025, around 3:45 PM near Souparnika River, close to Kollur, Karnataka, during the shooting of the film "Kantara 2 (Chapter-1)," said AICWA as quoted in the media release. As per AICWA, the actor and producer Rishab Shetty and his team have reportedly stated that "drowning while swimming" was the cause of the junior artist's death. Also Read - Bengaluru Airport asks passengers to arrive 3 hours in advance due to enhanced security AICWA claimed, "According to the film's producer and owner of the production house, Rishab Shetty, the cause of death has been stated as drowning while swimming in the river. An FIR has been registered at Kollur Police Station regarding this incident." While citing examples of recent accidents that have claimed the lives of people working on a film set, AICWA wrote, "AICWA is gravely concerned that incidents of fatalities on film sets, such as the deaths of technicians during the shooting of Tamil films "Indian 2" and "Sardar 2," and the recent accident involving 20 junior artists traveling by bus last November, are consistently misrepresented. Producers and production houses often downplay the severity of such incidents, providing misleading information." AICWA urges the Chief Minister of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah, to initiate a "high level, impartial investigation" into the death of MF Kapil to ensure "justice" for his family. "Furthermore, AICWA demands that an FIR be filed against producer Rishab Shetty and the production house," added AICWA as quoted in the media release. It has also asked the producers to provide financial compensation of ₹1 crore to the bereaved family, acknowledging the immense loss they have suffered. "In addition, AICWA appeals to the producers of "Kantara 2" to provide financial compensation of INR 1 crore to the bereaved family of MF Kapil, acknowledging the immense loss they have suffered," concluded AICWA. Amid the controversy, the Adarsh JA, the Executive Producer of Kantara Chapter 1, has clarified that the death of MF Kapil did not happen on the sets of the movie as there was no shooting scheduled on that day. In the note sent by the team of Kantara Chapter 1, Adarsh JA, the executive producer of the film said, "We deeply regret the unfortunate incident and would like to respectfully clarify that it did not take place on the sets of Kantara. In fact, there was no shooting scheduled on the day the incident occurred. The incident happened during his personal trip with friends. We request everyone to kindly avoid any speculation linking it to the film." Hombale Films also shared a note to offer their condolences to the family of Junior Artist MF Kapil. They also shared a clarification regarding the incident via Instagram, saying that the unfortunate event took place during his "personal engagement, outside the scope of any film-related activity". "We are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of junior artist M.F. Kapil. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. In light of recent discussions, we would like to respectfully clarify that the incident did not occur on the sets of Kantara. No filming was scheduled on that day and the unfortunate event took place during his personal engagement, outside the scope of any film related activity. We sincerely request everyone to refrain from drawing. unverified associations with the film or its crew. Kantara Chapter 1 is the prequel of the superhit movie Kantara, which stars Rishab Shetty in the lead role. The movie is currently in production. (ANI)
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
MF Kapil Death News: 'Kantara: Chapter 1' makers clarify junior artist MF Kapil's death was unrelated to film shoot
The makers of ' Kantara: Chapter 1 ' have issued a heartfelt statement following the tragic death of junior artiste MF Kapil, who drowned on May 6, 2025, near the Souparnika River in Karnataka's Kollur area . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Incident unrelated to film shoot Contrary to earlier reports suggesting the incident occurred on the film's set during shooting, the production house clarified that Kapil's death happened during a personal outing, unrelated to any film activity. They shared that no filming was scheduled on that day and urged the public and media to avoid spreading unverified information linking the tragedy to the movie. Statement from the makers of 'Kantara: Chapter 1' The production house behind 'Kantara: Chapter 1', expressed deep sorrow over Kapil's untimely passing and extended their condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time. They wrote, "We are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of junior artist M.F. Kapil. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time. In light of recent discussions, we would like to respectfully clarify that the incident did not occur on the sets of Kantara. No filming was scheduled on that day and the unfortunate event took place during his personal engagement, outside the scope of any film related activity. We sincerely request everyone to refrain from drawing unverified associations with the film or its crew." The statement requested everyone to refrain from drawing false associations with the film or its crew. AICWA's demands for justice The incident has led to concern and demands for justice from the All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA). The association expressed profound grief over Kapil's death and called for a thorough investigation, urging Karnataka's Chief Minister to ensure transparency and accountability. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now AICWA also demanded that an FIR be registered against actor-director and the production house, alleging that the true circumstances behind such on-set deaths are often concealed, and whistleblowers face intimidation. They appealed for financial compensation of Rs 1 crore for Kapil's family. Local authorities confirmed that Kapil drowned after being swept away by strong river currents while swimming. A rescue operation was launched promptly, but sadly, his body was recovered later that night. Directed by Rishab Shetty, 'Kantara: Chapter 1' is a prequel to the 2022 blockbuster 'Kantara'. The film is set to release on October 2, 2025, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti.
India Today
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Kantara makers say junior artiste did not die on film set, offer condolences
The makers of Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1' finally issued a statement regarding the death of junior artiste MF Kapil. On May 6, the actor died by drowning while swimming in a river near Karkataka's Kollur. It was widely reported that Kapil died on the film sets of 'Kantara', when the shooting was on a Thursday, Hombale Films, the production house, issued a statement about his death. The makers claimed that Kapil did not die on the film sets, but when he was on a personal engagement. They requested people not to spread unverified are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of junior artist MF Kapil. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time (sic)," read the statement. Dismissing reports about Kapil's death on the film sets, they wrote, "In light of recent discussions, we would like to respectfully clarify that the incident did not occur on the sets of Kantara. No filming was scheduled on that day and the unfortunate event took place during his personal engagement, outside the scope of any film related activity (sic)." The makers also placed a request to everyone asking them to refrain from spreading rumours. "We sincerely request everyone to refrain from drawing unverified associations with the film or its crew (sic)," they makers of 'Kantara' have been facing challenges throughout the filming. From bus accidents to sets being destroyed because of heavy winds and rains to legal challenges from the forest department, they have been grappling with multiple All India Cine Workers Association (AICWA) reacted to the incident of junior artiste Kapil's death and demanded legal action."AICWA expresses deep sorrow over the tragic demise of junior artist MF Kapil who lost his life on May 6, 2025, around 3:45 PM near Souparnika River, close to Kollur, Karnataka, during the shooting of the film Kantara 2 (Chapter 1). Whenever a worker loses their life on a film set, the actual cause is often concealed, and any worker attempting to reveal the truth is threatened. This practice must end (sic)," their statement by Rishab Shetty, 'Kantara: Chapter 1' is a prequel to the film of the same name, which released in 2022. The film will release in theatres on October Watch
