Rishabh Shetty and Hombale Films’ much-awaited project “Kantara Chapter 1” has taken the internet by storm. The trailer, released at a Pan-India level, created a massive sensation with 107 million digital views and 3.4 million likes within 24 hours, setting a new benchmark in Indian cinema.
The trailer launch turned into a grand event with top stars introducing it in different languages—Prabhas launched the Telugu version, Hrithik Roshan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, and Sivakarthikeyan unveiled it in their respective languages. The visuals showcased were nothing short of a wonder, transporting audiences into the mystical world of Kantara.
Rishabh Shetty not only plays the lead role but also directs this ambitious film. Actress Rukmini Vasanth plays the role of a princess opposite him. The stunning visuals by cinematographer Aravind S Kashyap and the grand production scale of Hombale Films have become the talk of the industry.
After the trailer’s release, expectations for the film have skyrocketed. Viewers are especially praising the world-building, visuals, and grandeur showcased in the teaser. The film is set for a worldwide theatrical release on October 2, 2025, in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, and English.
Hombale Films, known for delivering blockbuster hits like KGF and Kantara, is once again aiming to create history with this mega project.
