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Kantara: Chapter 1
Theatrical release poster
Directed byRishab Shetty
Written byRishab Shetty
Produced byVijay Kiragandur
Starring
CinematographyArvind S. Kashyap
Edited by
  • K. M. Prakash
  • Pratheek Shetty
Music byB. Ajaneesh Loknath
Production
company
Release date
  • 2 October 2025 (2025-10-02)
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu
Budget₹125 crore[1]

Kantara: Chapter 1 is an upcoming Indian Telugu-language period horror fantasy action thriller film[2] set during the reign of Kadambas of Banavasi[3] written and directed by Rishab Shetty, and produced by Vijay Kiragandur, under Hombale Films. It is a prequel to the 2022 film Kantara. The film stars Rishab Shetty and Jayaram in the lead roles.[4]

Filming began in November 2023. The first look and teaser was released on 27 November 2023.[5][6] The publicity poster is designed by Kaani Studio.[7][8] B. Ajaneesh Loknath composed the soundtrack and background score. The film will release on 2 October 2025, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti.

Cast

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Production

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Produced by Vijay kirangandur through Hombale films

Soundtrack

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The film's soundtrack album and background score were composed by B. Ajaneesh Loknath who had composed for the prequel Kantara.[9]

Release

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Theatrical

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Kantara: Chapter 1 is scheduled for a theatrical release on 2 October 2025, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti.[10][11]

Home media

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The digital distribution rights of the film were acquired by Amazon Prime.[12][13]

References

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  1. ^ "Kantara 2: Did Rishab Shetty hike the budget to 681 percent after first part?". Pinkvilla. 24 August 2023.
  2. ^ "Mohanlal to play Rishab Shetty's father in Kantara Chapter 1: Report". India Today. 1 October 2024. Retrieved 19 October 2024.
  3. ^ "Kantara Chapter 1 teaser out: Rishab Shetty's prequel to be set in 300 CE?", Hindustan Times, 27 November 2023
  4. ^ Padmashree Bhat (6 February 2023). "Rishab Shetty: ನೀವು ನೋಡಿದ್ದೇ 'ಕಾಂತಾರ 2', 'ಕಾಂತಾರ-1' ಈಗ ರೆಡಿ ಮಾಡಬೇಕು; ರಿಷಬ್ ಶೆಟ್ಟಿ ಅಧಿಕೃತ ಘೋಷಣೆ". Vijaya Karnataka. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  5. ^ "The wait is finally over! Here's when Kantara: Chapter 1 first look will be unveiled". ETV Bharat News. 25 November 2025. Retrieved 25 November 2023.
  6. ^ "Kantara 2 Teaser: Rishab Shetty Is Covered in Blood and Has Fire In His Eyes in First Look, Watch". News18. 27 November 2023. Retrieved 27 November 2023.
  7. ^ Yashika Mathur (7 July 2023). "Rishab Shetty shares update on Kantara 2: 'We will start shooting…". The Indian Express. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  8. ^ "Rishab Shetty announces 'Kantara 2' launch in 2024; Says it will be a 'Prequel'". The Economic Times. 7 February 2023. Retrieved 29 August 2023.
  9. ^ ""The Music Of Kantara Prequel will be a combination of divine, mysterious, and pleasant music", says Kantara Chapter 1 Music Composer Ajaneesh Loknath". IWMBuzz. 14 December 2023. Retrieved 27 March 2024.
  10. ^ "Kantara Chapter 1 teaser: Rishab Shetty is fierce and mighty in film's first look ". India Today. 27 November 2023. Retrieved 27 March 2024.
  11. ^ "Kantara Chapter 1 release date: Rishab Shetty's prequel will be out next year on Gandhi Jayanti". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 17 November 2024.
  12. ^ "Kantara A Legend: Chapter 1 OTT Release: Where And When To Watch Rishab Shetty's Film". IndiaTimes. 21 March 2024. Retrieved 27 March 2024.
  13. ^ Sharadhaa, A. (21 March 2024). "Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 secures digital rights for a whopping price". Cinema Express. Retrieved 27 March 2024.
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