The upcoming film, Kantara Chapter 1, starring and directed by Rishab Shetty, has been highly anticipated since its announcement last year. The film’s promotional material has increased the excitement among fans. The original Kantara, despite facing the challenges of its release during the pandemic, was a major success across India and worldwide. The sequel is slated for a 2025 release. Rumors suggest that the trailer for Kantara Chapter 1 may be released on September 20, 2025, although this is still unconfirmed. The film has already broken records in the Kannada film industry, with the sale of its OTT rights for approximately 125 crore rupees. The theatrical release is scheduled for October 2, 2025.
Rishab Shetty not only leads the cast but also directs the film, and was previously recognized with a National Award. Rukmini Vasant is set to co-star, with the music created by Ajaneesh Loknath. The estimated budget for the film is reportedly 125 crore rupees.
[Video of Kantara Song]