Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 Trailer Out Now; An Epic Saga Unfolds

Hombale Films, the powerhouse behind blockbusters like KGF: Chapter 1 & 2 and Salaar, has unveiled the much-awaited trailer of Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1. Written, directed, and headlined by the National Award–winning filmmaker Rishab Shetty, the trailer promises an intense and breathtaking cinematic journey rooted in culture, divinity, and action. The visuals transport viewers to a period setting with grandeur, while the haunting background score by B. Ajaneesh Loknath adds to the raw intensity.

The film stars Rishab Shetty as Berme, alongside Rukmini Vasanth as Kanakavathi and Gulshan Devaiah as Kulashekara, with veteran actor Jayaram joining the ensemble. Every frame of the trailer reflects meticulous craftsmanship, from Arvind S Kashyap’s striking cinematography to Banglan’s immersive production design and Pragathi Shetty’s authentic costumes. With action designed by top stunt choreographers including Arjun Raj, Todor Lazarov (Juji), Ram-Laxman, Mahesh Mathew, and Mithun Singh Rajput, the film teases visceral sequences that blend seamlessly with its mythic storytelling.

Produced by Vijay Kiragandur under Hombale Films, Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 is a prequel to the 2022 cult hit Kantara. The trailer has left fans awestruck with its epic scale, intense mood, and stunningly mounted visuals. Promising a divine saga that will echo across generations, the film is all set to hit theaters worldwide on October 2, 2025.