Kantara Chapter 1 Trailer: Rishab Shetty`s Film Blends Cinema And Culture
Updated on: 22 September, 2025 04:12 PM IST |Shweta Shah
Rishab Shetty dive deeper into cinema, culture and folklore in Kantara Chapter 1 trailer
One of the most anticipated movies, Kantara Chapter 1 trailer is out, and the internet is going berserk. Rishab Shetty fans are hailing the trailer, calling it a "bigger and better" spectacle. The film dives deep into culture, folklore, and local mythological legends.
Hrithik Roshan, Prabhas, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Sivakarthikeyan released the Kantara Chapter 1 trailer in Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, and Tamil, respectively.
For the uninitiated, the upcoming mythological drama is a prequel to his 2022 blockbuster, Kantara. It takes a deeper look at the local legend mentioned in the first instalment.
Kantara Chapter 1 trailer
The much-awaited trailer of Kantara Chapter 1 sets the tone for an epic mythological saga rooted in folklore, faith, and power struggles. The story kicks off with a young Shiva questioning the mysterious disappearance of his father during a Daiva Kola/Bhuta Kola ritual deep within the forest. This moment unravels a layered narrative as Shiva is told the tale of his ancestors—brave souls who rose against oppression with the blessing of divine forces.
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The trailer then introduces Gulshan Devaiah in a powerful avatar as a ruthless and domineering prince, a role that instantly adds intensity to the story.
On the other hand, Rukmini Vasanth portrays a compassionate princess whose bond with Shiva’s ancestor sparks a love story that threatens the established order and challenges social hierarchy.
The gripping visuals culminate in a chilling scene where Rishab Shetty’s character appears possessed by the Daiva Kola for the very first time, promising audiences a spine-tingling cinematic experience.
Fans react to the trailer
As soon as the two-minute-fifty-six-second clip went up, fans showered their love and excitement for the film. One user said, “Amazing trailer," while another wrote, “I have goosebumps.”
A third fan hoped Kantara would cross 1000 crore at the box office and commented, “Another 1000 crore movie from the Kannada industry, Sandalwood...Jai KANTARA...Jai Karnataka.”
One fan wrote, “Kantara - National Award, Kantara 1 - Oscar Award.” Many congratulated Shetty and even wished him luck for the project`s success.
Also starring Jayaram, Rukmini Vasanth as Kanakavathi, and Gulshan Devaiah as Kulashekara, Kantara Chapter 1 releases on October 2 in cinemas near you.
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