Kantara: Chapter 1 Locks October 2 Release Amid Postponement Rumors

Despite speculation about a possible delay, Rishab Shetty’s highly anticipated Kantara: Chapter 1 is officially set to hit the big screens on October 2, 2025. Putting all rumors to rest, the film’s makers reaffirmed the release date with a striking new promotional video on their social media handles.

Makers Confirm the Release Date

Addressing the speculation, the production team posted, “No doubts. No delays. The legendary saga, #KantaraChapter1 unfolds on October 2nd, 2025.” This announcement has heightened excitement among fans eagerly waiting for the prequel to the 2022 blockbuster, Kantara.

A Dive into Mythology & Fantasy

Directed and headlined by Rishab Shetty, Kantara: Chapter 1 is a period fantasy action drama set during the reign of the Kadambas of Banavasi. The film is expected to delve deep into the origins of the mystical folklore introduced in the first film.

Rishab Shetty will reportedly portray a Naga Sadhu with superhuman abilities, adding a new dimension to the gripping storyline.

A Grand Production Backed by Hombale Films

Produced by Hombale Films, the studio behind Salaar and KGF, Kantara: Chapter 1 is being made on a massive scale. The film boasts a talented technical team, with:

• B. Ajaneesh Loknath composing the music and background score
• Arvind S. Kashyap handling cinematography

The film will be released in Kannada and dubbed into Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and English. Amazon Prime Video has acquired the post-theatrical streaming rights, ensuring a wide reach beyond cinemas.

Expanding the Kantara Universe

While Kantara (2022) explored the folklore of the Panjurli Deiva, this prequel is expected to dive even deeper into the origins of the legend and its spiritual significance.

Rishab Shetty’s Next Big Venture

Beyond Kantara: Chapter 1, Rishab Shetty is gearing up for another massive project—Jai Hanuman, directed by Prasanth Varma. Set in the Prasanth Varma Cinematic Universe (PVCU), the film will see him portraying Lord Hanuman, continuing the narrative teased in Teja Sajja’s HanuMan.

With Kantara: Chapter 1 promising to be a visually stunning mythological spectacle and Jai Hanuman further expanding the cinematic universe, Rishab Shetty is set to dominate the big screen in the coming years.