Pushpa director Sukumar applauds Rishab Shetty starrer Kantara: Chapter 1; calls it a powerful and passionate film : Bollywood News

Acclaimed filmmaker Sukumar, best known for directing Pushpa: The Rise, has joined the growing list of industry voices appreciating Kantara: Chapter 1. The director took to social media to share his thoughts on the Rishab Shetty-led film, calling it a compelling and passionately made project.

Pushpa director Sukumar applauds Rishab Shetty starrer Kantara: Chapter 1; calls it a powerful and passionate film

Sharing his admiration online, Sukumar took to his Instagram to drop an appreciative post for the fantasy action drama. Sharing a poster of the film, he wrote, “What a powerful, captivating story you've brought to life @rishabshettyofficial! Truly loved the creativity, passion, and dedication behind this film. Congratulations to the entire team of Kantara: Chapter 1 @hombalefilms @rukminivasanth @vkiragandur @mythrireleases.”

Produced by Vijay Kiragandur under Hombale Films, the movie marks the return of Rishab Shetty both as director and lead actor, with Rukmini Vasanth playing the female lead. The film serves as a prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara, exploring the spiritual and mythological roots that shaped the world seen in the original.

Set in the 4th Century AD, Kantara: Chapter 1 dives into the sacred origins of the mystical land of Kantara, blending folklore, divine beliefs, and ancient conflicts into a narrative steeped in Karnataka’s coastal traditions. The ensemble cast also includes Sapthami Gowda, Gulshan Devaiah, Jayaram, PD Satish Chandra, Prakash Thuminad, and others.

The film has drawn widespread attention for its immersive visuals, atmospheric storytelling, and authentic depiction of regional mythology. With Sukumar’s endorsement, the prequel’s reputation as one of the year’s most ambitious Indian films has further strengthened.

The technical team includes cinematographer Arvind S. Kashyap and composer B. Ajaneesh Loknath, who were instrumental in shaping the cinematic world of the original Kantara.

Kantara: Chapter 1 released worldwide on October 2, 2025 in multiple languages with the film garnering praises from across the Indian entertainment industry.

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