The 2022 Kannada blockbuster Kantara – A Legend made history as one of India’s highest-grossing and most celebrated films. With an IMDb rating of 8.2, it won hearts across the nation for its gripping narrative rooted in folklore and tradition. Now, nearly three years later, fans are getting ready for its much-anticipated prequel. On the occasion of Rishab Shetty’s birthday, the makers have unveiled a powerful new poster featuring the actor in an intense avatar.
Rishab Shetty’s Look from Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1
Rishab Shetty, the star who wrote, directed, and acted in the original Kantara – A Legend, is back with its prequel — Kantara: A Legend -Chapter 1 . While a teaser poster was released last year showing his back profile, the latest birthday poster gives a dramatic front look at his character.
In the poster, Rishab is seen surrounded by flames, holding an axe in one hand and a shield in the other, as he faces off in a divine battle. His appearance reflects power, spirituality, and fierceness.
View the official poster on Instagram
Release Date of Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1
The film is officially set to release on October 2, 2025, aligning with Gandhi Jayanti. The wait may be long, but the excitement is already building among fans eager to return to the mystical world of Kantara.
What Will the Story Be About?
The prequel will dive deep into the origins of the deities Panjurli and Guliga, focusing on the divine connection between them. The story will explore ancient beliefs, rituals, and the spiritual legacy that laid the foundation for the events in the original film.
