The Kannada film Kantara, helmed by Rishab Shetty and celebrated across the film industry bolstered by a prestigious National Award continues to leave its mark, even in the world of sports. In a unique display of fandom, cricketer KL Rahul recreated one of the film’s most iconic scenes during an IPL 2025 match. Representing the Delhi Capitals, Rahul’s spirited gesture went viral on social media, generating endless admiration from fans.
A Cinematic Gesture on the Cricket Field
After leading his team to a significant win, KL Rahul was seen mimicking a signature move from Kantara. He circled his bat on the ground, echoing the memorable action performed by Rishab Shetty in the film, albeit using a piece of wood. Throughout the match, Rahul continued to imitate several of the film’s distinctive gestures, highlighting just how deeply the movie resonated with him.
KL Rahul seems very impressed by Kantara. pic.twitter.com/JGb8TdAh5f
— Vivek (@VivekChaub20241) April 12, 2025
In an official video shared by his IPL team, he explained the act: “This is a special place for me. That celebration was from one of my favourite movies, Kantara. So yeah, just a tiny reminder that this ground, this home, this turf is where I have grown—and this is mine.” His words beautifully merged the worlds of cinema and cricket, underscoring the personal connection he feels with the film.
The way he says ‘This is mine’ pic.twitter.com/DKnWv2HcmN
— Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) April 11, 2025
Prequel in the Works and More Exciting Projects
Adding to the excitement is the upcoming prequel, Kantara: Chapter 1, which is already in production. Written and directed by Rishab Shetty, the period fantasy action thriller is set to hit theaters on October 2, 2025. Beyond this, Shetty’s impressive slate of films continues to grow. Upcoming projects include Prasanth Varma’s Jai Hanuman and Sandeep Singh’s The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, promising a series of massive entertainers that will further captivate audiences and expand the legacy of Kantara.
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