The much-anticipated trailer for Kantara: Chapter 1, the prequel to Rishab Shetty’s blockbuster Kantara, has been officially released and it’s everything fans hoped for. The trailer was digitally launched by none other than Prabhas, adding to the buzz around the film.
From the very first frame, the grandeur of the production is unmistakable. Set against a rustic backdrop, the story promises a rich blend of magic, tradition, and folklore. The visual effects are a major highlight; particularly the gripping forests sequences and the intense tiger episode, which have already become talking points.
Rishab Shetty and Rukmini Vasanth command attention as they portray the two central characters, embodying an aesthetic and spiritual intensity that aligns with the film’s mythological core. Hints at deeper connections with Lord Shiva and Panjurli are tantalizingly presented, leaving audiences eager to see how the story unfolds on the big screen.
The trailer also offers a beautiful reflection of village culture, pulling the audience deep into its narrative world and grounding the myth in a familiar yet mystical setting.
Kantara: Chapter 1 will be released in multiple languages including Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Bengali, making it accessible to a wide audience across India and beyond. With Rishab Shetty delivering what promises to be another powerful performance, the film is poised to capture the imagination of audiences everywhere.The film is set for a grand theatrical release on 2 October 2025.