Kantara: Chapter 1 Trailer Creates Sensation Online

107 Million Views and 3.4 Million Likes in Just One Day

The cultural phenomenon that was “Kantara” (2022) continues to inspire excitement. Directed and headlined by Rishab Shetty, the film not only turned into a pan-Indian blockbuster but also carved out a permanent place in Indian cinema history. Now, its much-anticipated prequel, Kantara: Chapter 1, has set the internet buzzing with the release of its trailer.

The makers ensured a grand launch: in Telugu, the trailer was unveiled by Rebel Star Prabhas, while in other languages, stars like Hrithik Roshan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Sivakarthikeyan introduced it to fans.

From the first frame, the trailer plunges viewers into the mystical and raw world of Kantara, offering a feast of visuals and emotions. The response has been nothing short of extraordinary—107 million digital views and 3.4 million likes across platforms within the first 24 hours, setting a new record.

The prequel stars Rishab Shetty opposite Rukmini Vasanth, who takes on the role of a princess, with Gulshan Devaiah playing a pivotal character. Shetty once again dons the director’s hat, shaping the film into what many are calling a visual symphony. Backing his vision are Aravind S. Kashyap’s striking cinematography and Ajaneesh Loknath’s soul-stirring music.

Produced by Hombale Films, the project has been mounted on a scale befitting its reputation. The trailer has already sparked conversations about the movie’s opulence, immersive visuals, and world-class production values, raising expectations sky-high.

Audiences now eagerly await October 2nd, when Kantara: Chapter 1 will hit theaters worldwide in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English.