This Dussehra, movie lovers are in for a spiritual and gripping cinematic experience as Kantara: Chapter 1, the eagerly awaited prequel to the 2022 superhit Kantara, is set to have a big-banner theatrical release on October 2, 2025. With Gandhi Jayanti and the festive season happening at the same time, the film is ready to bring a soul-evoking mix of mythology, folklore, and cinematic excellence.
Written, directed, and starring Rishab Shetty, the movie is an exploration of the origins of the Bhuta Kola ritual — a primary spiritual and cultural aspect of the original film. Although framed as a prequel, it expands upon the universe of Kantara, examining its roots further. The trailer features Shetty in a fierce, authoritative role, with a trident-bearing sequence that is notable for its ferocity. Supported by a rustic, mystical backdrop, the visuals are lush and ambient, creating an intensely immersive experience.
In a bold marketing strategy, the trailer was introduced in several languages by Indian film stalwarts — Hrithik Roshan (Hindi), Prabhas (Telugu), Sivakarthikeyan (Tamil), and Prithviraj Sukumaran (Malayalam) — marking a genuine pan-India release.
Produced by blockbusters-conscious Hombale Films, which produced KGF and Salaar, the music is composed by returnee B. Ajaneesh Loknath for both the soundtrack and background score. Arvind Kashyap is cinematographer and Vinesh Banglan production designer — guaranteeing visual and emotional impact of the highest level.
Jayaram, Gulshan Devaiah as Kulashekara, Rukmini Vasanth as Kanakavathi join Shetty in the cast, promising performances of strength.
Kantara: Chapter 1 strives to be more than a movie — it is an experience that blends tradition, spirituality, and storytelling on an epic scale.
We have dialogues from the trailer of Kantara Chapter 1 starring Rishab Shetty, Jayaram, Gulshan Devaiah, Rukmini Vasanth. Check out Kantara Chapter 1 Dialogues below:
