Kantara Chapter 1 creates nationwide frenzy, Rishab Shetty’s film wins hearts across India

The mystical world of Kantara Chapter 1 has captured hearts across India, from Kerala to Kashmir, redefining Kannada cinema’s global stature and sparking mass euphoria among audiences.

Rishab Shetty has done it again. After the phenomenal success of Kantara (2022), the filmmaker-actor’s Kantara Chapter 1 has reignited a cultural storm across India. What began as a regional Kannada story has now become a cinematic movement, one that’s uniting audiences beyond linguistic and geographical divides.

Theatres from Bengaluru to Chennai, Kochi to Delhi are witnessing full-house shows. Viewers emerge spellbound, describing the film as an experience that “lingers long after the credits roll.” With its spiritual depth, earthy storytelling, and raw visual grandeur, Kantara Chapter 1 has transcended the limits of regional cinema.

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While Kantara (2022) put Kannada cinema on the global map, its prequel has magnified that impact. Tamil and Malayalam audiences, known for their discerning taste, have wholeheartedly embraced the film. The divine backdrop of the story resonates deeply in Kerala, while Tamil Nadu’s cinephiles have declared it “a cinematic festival.”

Industry watchers believe Kantara Chapter 1 is on course to breach the ₹1000 crore mark, becoming the second Kannada film after KGF to achieve that milestone. More than numbers, though, it symbolizes Kannada cinema’s rise as a global storytelling powerhouse.

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Rishab Shetty’s film doesn’t just entertain, it celebrates the land, its faith, and its people. With every frame echoing the power of folklore and devotion, Kantara Chapter 1 proves that true stories from the soil can speak to the world.