Rishab Shetty`s Kannada film Kantara: Chapter 1 was released in theatres on October 2 and has been growing steadily at the box office. The film has earned widespread critical acclaim and love from the audience. The latest to admire the film is actor-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut.
Kangana reacts to Kantara Chapter 1
Kangana was responding to a social media user who shared a video showcasing the Dev culture of the Himalayas. The creator praised Rishab for depicting a similar tradition from the South. “What Kantara has shown is reality. Until I saw this movie, I wasn’t aware of South India, but believe me, everyone born in the Himalayas has felt and seen things beyond imagination. The Dev culture here is truly divine, and this movie beautifully shows the vastness of Hinduism and the deep connection people have with their local deities. Kudos to you @shetty_rishab sir for bringing such a marvellous project,” wrote the creator while sharing the video.
Kangana shared the video and added her own thoughts, writing, “Very nice, such films can be crucial for stopping tribal conversion also.”
About Kantara: Chapter 1
Kantara: Chapter 1 is written, directed, and headlined by Rishab Shetty, and 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.
The film revolves around the origins of Daiva worship in Tulunadu, tracing its roots back to the fourth-century Kadamba dynasty. Shetty plays Berme, the protector of the Kantara forest and its tribal communities. The movie also stars Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram in key roles.
The story follows the struggle between a royal family trying to seize control from the Daivas and the tribals who resist their rule. The supporting cast includes Rakesh Poojari, Hariprashanth MG, Deepak Rai Panaje, Shaneel Gautham, and Naveen Bondel. Produced by Vijay Kiragandur and Chaluve Gowda under the Hombale Films banner, the film continues its strong theatrical run and has been released in multiple languages.
