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	Set in '''pre-colonial coastal Karnataka''', the film blends '''folklore, spirituality, and raw action''' to depict the mythic origins of the divine protector '''Panjurli Daiva'''. Rishab Shetty stars in the lead role as '''Berme''', a Naga Sadhu gifted with superhuman abilities. The film’s music is composed by '''B. Ajaneesh Loknath'''.		Set in '''pre-colonial coastal Karnataka''', the film blends '''folklore, spirituality, and raw action''' to depict the mythic origins of the divine protector '''Panjurli Daiva'''. Rishab Shetty stars in the lead role as '''Berme''', a Naga Sadhu gifted with superhuman abilities. The film’s music is composed by '''B. Ajaneesh Loknath'''.

	Released on '''2 October 2025''' in '''IMAX and 4DX formats''' during Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra, ''Kantara: Chapter 1'' received widespread acclaim for its storytelling, cinematography, and visual grandeur.		Released on '''2 October 2025''' in '''IMAX and 4DX formats''' during Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra, ''Kantara: Chapter 1'' received widespread acclaim for its storytelling, cinematography, and visual grandeur.<ref>https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/news/variety/kantara-chapter-1-sets-box-office-abuzz-during-the-festival-weekend/article70125464.ece</ref><ref>https://www.cinemaexpress.com/kannada/review/2025/Oct/02/kantara-chapter-1-movie-review-visually-stunning-and-compelling-film-traces-the-bloodlines-of-myth-and-power</ref>

	== Plot ==		== Plot ==
	''Kantara: Chapter 1'' follows '''Berme''', a tribal guardian spiritually bonded to the sacred Kantara Forest. When his people are enslaved by Prince '''Kulasekhara''', Berme’s life takes a violent turn. Rescued by '''Peppe''', he returns to discover the devastation of his land by the invading forces.		''Kantara: Chapter 1'' follows '''Berme''', a tribal guardian spiritually bonded to the sacred Kantara Forest. When his people are enslaved by Prince '''Kulasekhara''', Berme’s life takes a violent turn. Rescued by '''Peppe''', he returns to discover the devastation of his land by the invading forces.

	Guided by ancestral spirits and the forest’s tiger deity, Berme embarks on a journey of vengeance and self-realization. His final battle against Princess '''Kanakavathi''' reveals the divine legacy that defines the Kantara legend — ending with Berme restoring balance between nature and mankind.		Guided by ancestral spirits and the forest’s tiger deity, Berme embarks on a journey of vengeance and self-realization. His final battle against Princess '''Kanakavathi''' reveals the divine legacy that defines the Kantara legend — ending with Berme restoring balance between nature and mankind.<ref>https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/kantara-chapter-1-fan-in-dindigul-dressed-as-deity-stuns-audience-rishab-shettys-film-crosses-rs-150-crore-in-india/articleshow/124317243.cms</ref>

	== Cast ==		== Cast ==

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| style="width:35%; background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Directed by'''
| style="width:65%; background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Rishab Shetty
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Produced by'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Vijay Kiragandur<br>Chaluve Gowda
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Story by'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Rishab Shetty
|-
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Starring'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, Kishore, Jayasurya, Jisshu Sengupta
|-
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Music by'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |B. Ajaneesh Loknath
|-
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Cinematography'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Arvind S. Kashyap
|-
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Edited by'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Pratheek Shetty
|-
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Production company'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Hombale Films
|-
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Distributed by'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Hombale Films, Phars Films, Prithviraj Productions, AA Films
|-
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Release date'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |2 October 2025
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Running time'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |186 minutes
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Country'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |India
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Language'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |Kannada (dubbed in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali, English)
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| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Budget'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |₹125 crore
|-
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |'''Box office'''
| style="background-color:#f9f9f9; padding:5px;" |₹90 crore (first day)
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'''Kantara: Chapter 1''' is a 2025 Indian Kannada-language '''epic action drama film''' written and directed by '''Rishab Shetty''' and produced by '''Vijay Kiragandur''' under the banner of '''Hombale Films'''. It serves as a '''prequel''' to the 2022 blockbuster ''Kantara'', exploring the '''origins of the Bhuta Kola ritual''' and the '''ancient connection between humans, nature, and divinity'''.

Set in '''pre-colonial coastal Karnataka''', the film blends '''folklore, spirituality, and raw action''' to depict the mythic origins of the divine protector '''Panjurli Daiva'''. Rishab Shetty stars in the lead role as '''Berme''', a Naga Sadhu gifted with superhuman abilities. The film’s music is composed by '''B. Ajaneesh Loknath'''.

Released on '''2 October 2025''' in '''IMAX and 4DX formats''' during Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra, ''Kantara: Chapter 1'' received widespread acclaim for its storytelling, cinematography, and visual grandeur.

== Plot ==
''Kantara: Chapter 1'' follows '''Berme''', a tribal guardian spiritually bonded to the sacred Kantara Forest. When his people are enslaved by Prince '''Kulasekhara''', Berme’s life takes a violent turn. Rescued by '''Peppe''', he returns to discover the devastation of his land by the invading forces.

Guided by ancestral spirits and the forest’s tiger deity, Berme embarks on a journey of vengeance and self-realization. His final battle against Princess '''Kanakavathi''' reveals the divine legacy that defines the Kantara legend — ending with Berme restoring balance between nature and mankind.

== Cast ==
* '''Rishab Shetty''' as Berme
* '''Jayaram''' as King Rajashekara
* '''Rukmini Vasanth''' as Princess Kanakavathi
* '''Gulshan Devaiah''' as Prince Kulashekara
* '''Pramod Shetty''' as Bhogendra
* '''Naveen D. Padil''' as Booba
* '''Rakesh Poojari''' as Peppe
* '''Prakash Thuminad''' as Chenna
* '''Hariprashanth M. G.''' as King Vijayendra
* '''Ayra Krishna''' as Kulashekara’s wife
* '''Achyuth Kumar''' as a trader (guest appearance)
* '''Pragathi Rishab Shetty''' in a cameo role

== Production ==
=== Development ===
After the success of ''Kantara'' (2022), Rishab Shetty confirmed a prequel exploring the '''origins of Panjurli and Guliga Daiva'''. The script, written by Shaneel Gautham and Anirudh Mahesh, took eight months to complete. Shetty personally sought divine permission at the Panjurli temple in Mangalore before commencing production.

=== Filming ===
Filming began in '''November 2023''' in '''Kundapura''', Shetty’s hometown, with massive forest and temple sets constructed by over 600 artisans. The actor underwent training in '''sword fighting, Kalaripayattu, and horse-riding''' for the role.
Production briefly halted in late 2024 after a bus mishap but resumed in early 2025 across the forests of '''Sakleshpur''' and '''Udupi'''.

== Soundtrack ==
The original score and soundtrack were composed by '''B. Ajaneesh Loknath''', continuing his collaboration from the first film.

{| class="wikitable"
! No. !! Title !! Lyrics !! Singer(s) !! Length
|-
| 1 || "Brahmakalasha" || Shashiraj Kavoor || Abby V || 5:44
|-
| 2 || "Rebel Song" || Thrilok Vikram || Mime Ramdass || 3:58
|}
The Hindi version of '''"Rebel Song"''' featured '''Diljit Dosanjh''' and gained viral traction ahead of the release.

== Release ==
''Kantara: Chapter 1'' was released worldwide on '''2 October 2025''' in multiple formats, including '''IMAX, 4DX, Dolby Cinema, D-Box, and EPIQ'''.
The film was dubbed in '''Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali, and English''', marking one of the widest releases for a Kannada film.

=== Distribution ===
* '''Karnataka''' – Hombale Films
* '''Kerala''' – Prithviraj Productions
* '''North India''' – AA Films
* '''Telugu & Tamil regions''' – regional distributors
* '''Overseas''' – Phars Films and Prathyangira Cinemas

== Reception ==
=== Critical Response ===
''Kantara: Chapter 1'' received '''positive reviews''', with critics praising its world-building, performances, and visual scale. Rishab Shetty’s portrayal of '''Berme''' and B. Ajaneesh Loknath’s haunting background score were highlighted as standout elements.

=== Box Office ===
The film opened with record-breaking collections, earning approximately '''₹90 crore worldwide on its first day''', with '''₹72 crore''' from Indian markets and '''₹20 crore''' from the Hindi version alone.

== External Links ==
* [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3216789/ IMDb – Kantara: Chapter 1]
* [https://www.hombalefilms.com/ Hombale Films Official Website]

== See Also ==
* [[Kantara (2022 film)]]
* [[Rishab Shetty]]
* [[Rukmini Vasanth]]
* [[Hombale Films]]

== References ==
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