Kantara Chapter 1 Trailer: Rishab Shetty`s Film Blends Cinema And Culture

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SEPTEMBER 22,2025

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 ancestorsmdashbrave 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.