New Delhi: The highly anticipated trailer for Kantara Chapter 1 has finally dropped, with Rishab Shetty returning to his powerful role as the fierce ‘God's angel’.
The trailer promises an enthralling narrative that blends folklore, faith, and fury, offering a glimpse into the rich cultural landscape of the film.
Today, Hombale Films unveiled the trailer for Kantara Chapter 1, perfectly timed with the first day of Navratri celebrations. The trailer opens with a young boy trying to unravel the mystery behind the sudden disappearance of his father, which then leads into a deeper tale, a legend.
The trailer showcases a village suffering under the cruel rule of a king, 'Kulashekara', until a divine protector, an angel of God, arrives to defend the people.
This is where Rishab Shetty steps in, portraying the fearless protagonist who takes a stand for the villagers, battling their enemies with unrelenting courage.
Alongside the intense action, the trailer also teases a budding romance between Shetty’s character and Rukmini.
As the trailer reaches its climax, viewers are treated to a breathtaking war sequence, set against a fierce clash between the forces of nature and the supernatural. The action builds to a violent, high-stakes battle that promises an epic confrontation.
“Some stories aren’t just told, they are experienced. Proud to unveil the Hindi trailer of Kantara Chapter 1, a film where folklore, faith & fury collide,” the makers shared.
One of the most anticipated films of the year, Kantara Chapter 1 immerses the audience in a rich, ancient tale that connects to the roots of its original story.
To enhance the spectacle, the film has curated an extensive war sequence featuring both national and international specialists, with over 500 skilled fighters and 3,000 people involved.
Filmed on a sprawling 25-acre rugged terrain, the sequence took an impressive 45-50 days to complete, making it one of the largest in Indian cinema history.
Written and directed by Rishab Shetty, Kantara Chapter 1 has already generated significant buzz, and the trailer has only heightened the excitement.
The film is slated for a global release on October 2, 2025, in multiple languages, including Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English.
