Rishab Shetty's much-awaited film 'Kantara Chapter 1' has been a topic of discussion among audiences and the film fraternity for a long time. Rishab has worked hard on the shooting of this film for a long time, which has further increased the excitement among his fans.
Kantara Chapter 1: The entire team of South Indian cinema's renowned actor and director Rishab Shetty's highly anticipated film 'Kantara Chapter 1' is now almost ready. Recently, the makers announced the heroine of the film. Rukmini Vasanth will be seen in the lead role in this prequel film of Kantara. Her first look has been released, and excitement among fans has reached its peak.
Rukmini Vasanth's First Look Released, Excitement Increased Among Fans
On the auspicious occasion of Varamahalakshmi festival, Hombale Films released the first look of Rukmini Vasanth's character 'Kanakavathi' on social media. In this look, she is seen smiling amidst the grandeur of a palace, wearing a traditional green and red saree with heavy jewellery. Sharing this poster, Rishab Shetty wrote, "Introducing rukminitweets from the world of #KantaraChapter1 as 'Kanakavathi'. #KantaraChapter1 in theaters on October 2nd."
Kantara Chapter 1: Story and Lead Cast
'Kantara Chapter 1' is directed and written by Rishab Shetty himself, who is also playing the lead role in the film. This film is a prequel to the 2022 blockbuster film 'Kantara', which won the hearts of both audiences and critics. The story of Kantara is deeply connected to Indian culture, folklore, and rural life, providing viewers with a unique cinematic experience.
The cinematography of this film is done by Arvind S. Kashyap, while the music is composed by B. Ajaneesh Loknath, which further strengthens the emotional aspect of the film.
New Heroine in Rishab Shetty's Team
Rukmini Vasanth has made her mark in South Indian films, and her beauty and acting skills have often caught everyone's attention. Her character 'Kanakavathi' in 'Kantara Chapter 1' will play an important role in the film's story. This new avatar of hers, where she is seen in a traditional and powerful role, is set to further increase her popularity among the audience. According to the makers, Rukmini's character will bring dramatic and emotional depth to the film's story.
'Kantara Chapter 1' will be released on October 2, 2025, on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti. To reach a wide audience, the film will be released in several languages, including Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, and English. This multilingual release strategy will boost the film's popularity both domestically and internationally and will work to connect with audiences speaking different languages.
