Rishab Shetty is currently enjoying the immense success of his latest film, ‘Kantara Chapter 1.’ As the prequel to the critically acclaimed 2022 film, which he also penned and directed, continues to shatter box office records both domestically and internationally, Shetty was recently spotted at the Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai to offer his gratitude and seek blessings.
The actor was observed leaving the temple premises barefoot, accompanied by security personnel. Dressed in a simple white shirt and a white mundu, Shetty was seen smiling and interacting briefly with fans who had gathered to catch a glimpse of him. He even took a moment to pose for pictures before heading to his car.
Meanwhile, the makers of ‘Kantara Chapter 1’ announced that the film has officially crossed the ₹500 crore mark worldwide within its first week of release. The film’s caption celebrated the achievement, stating, “The divine cinematic storm continues to soar higher at the box office. Kantara Chapter 1 crosses 509.25 CRORES+ GBOC worldwide in the 1st week! Blockbuster Kantara running successfully in cinemas near you.”
About ‘Kantara Chapter 1’:
The prequel is set a thousand years before the original film’s events. It features Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, and Gulshan Devaiah alongside Rishab Shetty. The story centers on Berme (played by Rishab), a tribal man fighting for his people’s autonomy against Prince Kulashekara (Gulshan) of a neighboring kingdom. The film has garnered positive reviews, with particular praise for Rishab’s performance and the film’s visual effects. A third installment, ‘Kantara Chapter 2,’ has also been announced.