Rishab Shetty’s cinematic universe expands as the highly anticipated prequel to the Kannada blockbuster, Kantara,receives an official title. Unveiled by Hombale Films via their X account, the film is named ‘Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1.’ The production house tantalizingly teased, “Step into the sacred echoes of the past, where divinity weaves through every frame. Stay enchanted for a glimpse into the unseen! IT’S NOT JUST LIGHT, IT’S A DARSHANA #KantaraChapter1 First Look on Nov 27th at 12:25 PM.”
Accompanying the announcement was a visually captivating image portraying the sun’s outline against a fiery red backdrop. The tagline, ‘It’s not just light, it’s a darshana,’ adds an element of mystique to the prequel. Rishab Shetty, the creative force behind the project, serves as both the writer and director for this cinematic endeavor.
This revelation follows the film’s previous success, with Kantara emerging as a surprise blockbuster in 2022. The decision to delve into the prequel was disclosed in March, promising audiences an exploration of the events introduced in the initial film. The makers expressed their enthusiasm on social media, stating, “On this auspicious occasion of Ugadi & New Year, we are delighted to announce that the writing for the second part of #Kantara has begun. We can’t wait to bring you another captivating story that showcases our relationship with nature. Stay tuned for more updates.” As anticipation builds, cinephiles can look forward to the first look poster’s revelation on November 27th at 12:25 PM.
