Renowned filmmaker Sukumar, celebrated for helming blockbuster hits like Pushpa, recently took to social media to express his admiration for the much-anticipated film Kantara: Chapter 1. The film, directed by and starring Rishab Shetty, has been creating a buzz across the Indian film industry for its intense storytelling, rooted themes, and powerful visuals.
Sukumar shared a heartfelt message on his social media handle, praising the film’s artistic brilliance and the team’s passionate effort. His post read:
"What a powerful, captivating story you've brought to life @rishabshettyofficial! Truly loved the creativity, passion, and dedication behind this film. Congratulations to the entire team of Kantara: Chapter 1
@hombalefilms @rukmini vasanth @vkiragandur @mythrireleases
Produced by Vijay Kiragandur under the banner of Hombale Films, Kantara: Chapter 1 stars Rishab Shetty in the lead, alongside Rukmini Vasanth. The film is a prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara, and delves deeper into the mystical folklore and divine legends rooted in the coastal traditions of Karnataka.
The film has been lauded for its atmospheric storytelling, spiritual depth, and technical excellence. With Sukumar joining the growing list of prominent voices celebrating the film, the buzz around Kantara: Chapter 1 is only set to grow.
Kantara: Chapter 1 is set in the 4th Century AD, unraveling the sacred origins of the mystical land of Kantara. This chapter dives deep into its rich mythology, age-old conflicts, and divine interventions, weaving a saga of folklore, faith, and fire, born from the very soil of the land. The film features Rishab Shetty, Sapthami Gowda, Gulshan Devaiah, Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, PD Satish Chandra, Prakash Thuminad, and an ensemble of talented actors, bringing this epic tale vividly to life.
Kantara: Chapter 1 is written, directed, and headlined by Rishab Shetty; the film is produced by Vijay Kiragandur under the prestigious banner of Hombale Films. The film features cinematography by Arvind S. Kashyap and music by B. Ajaneesh Loknath, both of whom were instrumental in creating the magical world of the original. Kantara: Chapter 1 released worldwide on October 2, 2025
