The much-awaited prequel to the acclaimed ‘Kantara’ is one step closer to hitting the big screen. Actor-director Rishab Shetty has officially completed the shoot of ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’, the makers confirmed on Monday.

The film, which is set to release in theatres across the globe on October 2, marks the next chapter in Shetty’s cinematic universe and is backed by production powerhouse Hombale Films.

The announcement came via a social media post from Hombale Films‘ official Instagram handle, accompanied by a behind-the-scenes (BTS) video capturing key moments from the shoot. The production house expressed gratitude to the entire cast and crew for bringing the ambitious vision to life, heightening anticipation for what’s being touted as one of the year’s most eagerly awaited releases.

According to PTI, ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ serves as a prequel to the 2022 film ‘Kantara’, which not only won widespread critical acclaim but also bagged National Awards and went on to become a cultural and box-office phenomenon. Written by Rishab Shetty, who also reprises his role as the lead, the upcoming film dives deeper into the lore and spiritual roots introduced in the original.

The BTS footage released by the makers offers fans a brief but visually rich glimpse into the scale and intensity of the shoot—from elaborate sets to high-octane action and dramatic performances. The video, already gaining traction online, suggests that ‘Chapter 1’ will retain the earthy mysticism and powerful storytelling that made the first film a runaway success.

While further details of the plot remain tightly under wraps, the makers have hinted that this instalment will unravel the origins of the legend and mythology that gripped audiences in 2022. With Rishab Shetty at the helm, expectations are high for an emotionally charged narrative, rooted in local folklore and cinematic grandeur.

Hombale Films, known for its successful productions like ‘KGF’ and ‘Kantara’, is positioning ‘Chapter 1’ as another pan-India spectacle, set to release in multiple languages.

As the countdown to October 2 begins, fans across the country are already marking their calendars, eager to return to the mystical world that Rishab Shetty first unveiled in ‘Kantara’.