The trailer for Kantara: Chapter 1, directed by Rishab Shetty, was released on September 22, 2025, marking the beginning of Navratri. The trailer has excited fans with its gripping storyline, strong performances, and deep connection to traditional folklore.
This film acts as a prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara, exploring the origins of the Daiva Kola tradition set around 300 CE during the Kadamba dynasty. Rishab Shetty reprises his role as a fierce warrior-mystic who connects the mortal world with the divine.
The trailer also features a special collaboration with popular singer Diljit Dosanjh, whose powerful vocals add emotional and cultural depth to the film’s atmosphere.
Kantara: Chapter 1 is scheduled to release in theaters on October 2, 2025, coinciding with Dussehra and Gandhi Jayanti, promising an exciting cinematic experience during the festive season.