The highly anticipated prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara, sets the stage for an epic mythological journey and we have the official trailer for Kantara A Lengend Chapter 1. Set to premiere in UK theaters on October 1st, the film, which will release in seven different languages, including Kannada, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali and English will then hit the big screen worldwide on 2nd October.
Produced by Vijay Kiragandur, Hombale Films, Kantara A Legend: Chapter 1 is the grand prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara. Written by Rishab Shetty, Anirudh Mahesh, Shanil Guru the film will transport audiences to the 4th Century AD exploring the sacred origins of the mystical land called Kantara and of Kaadubettu Shiva during the Kadamba dynasty era. This chapter will delve deeper into the mythology, conflicts and divine interventions that shaped the events of the first film, offering an even richer and more immersive cinematic experience with breathtaking action and soul-stirring music. Unlike a traditional sequel Kantara A Legend: Chapter 1 is designed to stand on its own, giving audiences both new and returning a chance to experience the foundations of a legend while setting the stage for the future of the franchise.
The film features a stellar ensemble cast led by Rishab Shetty, with Gulshan Devaiah, Jayaram and Rukmini Vasanth in prominent roles.
Director Rishab Shetty began his career in the film industry as an actor, eventually expanding his craft to directing and writing. It was Kantara – A Legend (2022) that solidified his place as a cultural phenomenon. The 2022 release received global widespread critical and commercial acclaim earning multiple accolades and becoming a digital sensation, including National Awards for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainer and Best Actor reaching over 10 billion globally and with over 700 million mentions online. Kantara ignited social media setting new benchmarks in digital engagement – a testament to how compelling storytelling resonates across audiences making Kantara not just a film, but a digital phenomenon!
Hombale Films continues its legacy of world-class production, with technical brilliance in this film brought to life by a talented team including B. Ajaneesh Loknath (music) and Arvind S. Kashyap (cinematography). Kantara A Legend: Chapter 1 blends ancient mythological themes with modern cinematic techniques. The prequel takes viewers to a timeless world where faith, destiny, and nature intertwine, inviting them into a mythical universe.
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Associate Vice President at Laughing Water Entertainment, Mr Sunil Kumar Ramachandra says, “We are honoured to be working with Hombale Films to bring this landmark film to audiences across the UK. The trailer response so far has been extraordinary, and we cannot wait for cinemagoers here to experience it on the big screen. This is the first of many releases we will be bringing to the UK that we believe will not only captivate audiences but also make history at the box office.”
Kantara A Legend: Chapter 1 will be released in the UK on October 1st and worldwide on 2nd October 2025.
