Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1: Gulshan Devaiah joins Rishab Shettys prequel as Kulashekara, first look out

The makers of Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, the much-awaited prequel to the 2022 blockbuster, have launched the primary look of actor Gulshan Devaiah. He is about to play the character Kulashekara.

Starring and directed by Rishab Shetty, Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 is about to hit the screens on October 02, 2025. In the poster, Gulshan is seen sitting on a throne and dressed as a king in royal garments, jewelry, and a crown.

Bollywood celebrities equivalent to Sonakshi Sinha, Richa Chadha, Meiyang Chang, and Wamiqa Gabbi cheered for Devaiah within the feedback part after the actor shared the replace on Instagram.

The revelation has arrived weeks after Rishab confirmed wrapping the shoot of the movie. Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 is anticipated to take audiences again in time to discover the roots of the story as proven within the authentic movie. Rishab is more likely to return to his character. A poster of his upcoming look was revealed on his forty second birthday, exhibiting him in tribal warrior gear, hinting at a dramatic backstory.

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The first Kantara movie was set within the fictional village of Dakshina Kannada. It targeted on the character of a Kambala champion, who had a face-off with an upright Forest Range officer. The movie turned a pan-India hit, even bringing Rishab the distinguished National Award for Best Actor.