Rishab Shetty wraps up Kantara Chapter 1 shoot

Hombale Films, the powerhouse behind modern blockbusters like Rajakumara, KGF, Salaar, and Kantara, has officially wrapped the shoot of its next ambitious venture—Kantara Chapter 1.

Directed by and starring Rishab Shetty, this mytho-fantasy epic has already built massive anticipation thanks to its striking first look posters and periodic updates that hint at a story deeply rooted in folklore and spiritual mysticism.

Making video unveiled

To mark the completion of filming, the makers released a visually stunning making video that not only celebrates the production milestone but also offers an emotional tribute to the relentless hard work poured into the project.

The video chronicles the monumental effort behind the scenes—over 250 shoot days spread across three years, involving rugged terrains, elaborate set pieces, and a passionate crew bringing Rishab Shetty’s vision to life. Far from being a typical behind-the-scenes montage, the video feels like a short documentary, capturing the heart and soul of a team wholly committed to storytelling on a grand, authentic scale.

The artistic brilliance of Kantara Chapter 1 owes much to its top-tier technical crew. Composer B. Ajaneesh Loknath returns to enrich the world of Kantara with a haunting, spiritually charged score. Cinematographer Arvind Kashyap paints the film’s mystical visuals with depth and texture, while production designer Vinesh Banglan constructs a world steeped in heritage, symbolism, and powerful natural imagery.

Together, this team doesn’t just build a film—they shape an immersive experience that’s both primal and poetic, steeped in regional mythology yet universally resonant.

Seven-Language global release

Set for a global theatrical release on October 2, 2025, Kantara Chapter 1 will release in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, and English, ensuring wide accessibility while remaining firmly rooted in its Kannada origins. This strategic rollout reflects Hombale Films’ continued commitment to expanding the reach of culturally rich Indian stories on a global scale.

With Kantara Chapter 1, Hombale Films and Rishab Shetty aim not just to follow up a blockbuster but to expand its universe in scope, scale, and spiritual depth. The film promises to delve deeper into the lore that captivated audiences in the original, offering a prequel that not only answers lingering questions but broadens the narrative in bold, cinematic ways.