Rukmini Vasanth and Rishab Shetty in ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT
Excited concerning the OTT launch, Rishab in a press be aware mentioned, “When I started engaged on this prequel, I wished to return to the origins of this world–to the roots that impressed all of it. Every ritual, emotion, and second within the movie attracts from lived tradition and actual traditions. The find it irresistible obtained in theatres is a mirrored image of how deeply our folklore resonates with audiences.”
The film is ready to premiere on October 31, 2025. Kantara: Chapter 1 revolves across the origins of Daiva worship in Tulunadu, tracing its roots again to the fourth-century Kadamba dynasty. Rishab performs Berme, the protector of the Kantara forest and its tribal communities.
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The movie additionally stars Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram in key roles. The story follows the battle between a royal household attempting to grab management from the Daivas and the tribals who resist their rule. The supporting forged consists of Rakesh Poojari, Hariprashanth MG, Deepak Rai Panaje, Shaneel Gautham, and Naveen Bondel.
Published – October 28, 2025 08:35 pm IST








