Kantara: Chapter 1, the much-anticipated sequel to Rishab Shetty’s Kantara, is gearing up for a wide-scale theatrical release on October 2, with makers planning paid premieres on October 1. On Friday, Kantara makers announced the release date for its trailer.
Kantara: Chapter 1 trailer will be unveiled on September 22 at 12.45pm, the makers shared. Backed by producer Vijay Kiragandur under the Hombale Films banner, Kantara: Chapter 1 promises to transport viewers to the 4th century, exploring the culture and mysticism of an era rarely depicted in Indian cinema, digging deeper into the myth, folklore, and spiritual traditions that powered the first Kantara into becoming a cultural phenomenon in 2022. The production house also curated an extensive war sequence for Kantara: Chapter 1 with national and international specialists, involving over 500 skilled fighters and featuring 3,000 people, which was shot over a period of 45-50 days.
The film also stars Rukmini Vasanth and Gulshan Devaiah in prominent roles. The creative team includes music director B. Ajaneesh Loknath, cinematographer Arvind Kashyap, and production designer Vinesh Banglan.
Ahead of its theatrical release, the makers have reportedly already locked a Rs 125 crore deal with the streamer Prime Video.
With more than 2500 screens spread over 7 languages — Kannada, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Bengali and English — Kantara: Chapter 1 is mounted with one of the largest premiere run for a Kannada movie.
Hombale Films, which has become synonymous with ambitious pan-Indian storytelling, is pulling out all stops to take the film to a wide audience. The release will be supported by a formidable distribution network: AA Films in the Hindi belt, Prithviraj Productions in Kerala, Mythri Movie Makers in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, Geetha Arts, Vaaraahi Chalana Chitram, Think Studios, and a host of overseas partners, ensuring the film reaches audiences across continents.
With cinematography by Arvind Kashyap and music by B Ajaneesh Loknath, the prequel arrives in cinemas on October 2 worldwide, except China. If Kantara was about the clash of man, land, and spirit, its origins promise to be even more arresting.
