The upcoming film ‘Kantara Chapter 1’ is generating significant buzz, with expectations soaring high for the prequel to the critically acclaimed ‘Kantara’, which earned Rishab Shetty a National Award for Best Actor. At a recent pre-release event, the film’s cast and crew were joined by the esteemed actor Jr NTR.
During his address, Jr NTR shared his admiration for Shetty’s commitment, stating, “I got the opportunity to see firsthand how hard he worked to make Kantara Chapter 1. It is not easy to make Kantara Chapter 1. You must have seen it on social media. He took me to a temple near his hometown, where you have to wade through water to reach it.”
He further elaborated on the immense challenges faced during the production, adding, “There’s no path to go to the temple there, they made one because they put up a set up there to shoot. It’s humanly impossible. If it was not for Rishabh sir, if it was not for the team that he believed it, I really don’t think anything would’ve been possible for Kantara Chapter 1.”
About Kantara Chapter 1
The original ‘Kantara’, released in 2022, was a massive critical and commercial success, grossing ₹407.82 crore worldwide. The prequel is set in pre-colonial Karnataka and aims to delve deeper into the origins of the Bhuta Kola ritual. B Ajaneesh Loknath is returning to compose the music for the film.
Kantara Chapter 1 is scheduled for a theatrical release on October 2nd. The film also features Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, Jayaram, and Rakesh Poojari in key roles.