Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 will be screened at Rashtrapati Bhavan on October 5, marking a proud moment for the filmmaker and his team. The film continues to draw praise for its portrayal of Karnataka’s Daiva traditions and powerful storytelling
Kantara Chapter 1 screening in a theatre
Rishab Shetty’s directorial Kantara Chapter 1 was released in theatres on October 2 and is currently enjoying a dream run at the box office, thanks to strong word-of-mouth publicity. The film, which explores the deep-rooted Daiva traditions of coastal Karnataka, is being hailed for its cinematic brilliance and cultural authenticity.
Kantara's special honour
As Kantara Chapter 1 continues its successful theatrical run, the film is now set to receive a special honour. According to a report by Hindustan Times, the movie will be screened at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Sunday, October 5. Actor-director Rishab Shetty, actress Rukmini Vasanth, and producer Chaluve Gowda will attend the exclusive screening.
Rishab Shetty expresses gratitude for Kantara Chapter 1 success
Following the overwhelming success of Kantara Chapter 1, Rishab Shetty took to social media to express his gratitude to fans and supporters. Reflecting on his journey from struggle to stardom, he wrote, “From struggling to get one evening show in 2016 to 5000+ housefull shows in 2025 — this journey is nothing but your love, support, and God’s grace. Forever grateful to every single person who made this possible.”
Shetty also shared a throwback post from 2016, where he had celebrated securing a single 7 PM show for his film in Mangaluru’s Big Cinemas, reminding fans of how far he has come in his cinematic journey.
2016 ರಲ್ಲಿ ಒಂದು ಪ್ರದರ್ಶನಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ಒದ್ದಾಡಿದ ದಿನದಿಂದ, 5000ಕ್ಕೂ ಹೆಚ್ಚು
— Rishab Shetty (@shetty_rishab) October 2, 2025
housefull ಶೋಗಳ ಈ ಅದ್ಭುತ ಪಯಣ. ಇದು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಾಗಿದ್ದು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪ್ರೀತಿ ಮತ್ತು ಬೆಂಬಲದಿಂದ ಮಾತ್ರ. ಇದಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ನಾನು ನಿಮಗೆ ಸದಾ ಋಣಿ.
From struggling to get one evening show in 2016 to 5000+ housefull shows in 2025.
This journey is… https://t.co/vuSfaVIAA2
About Kantara Chapter 1
Kantara: Chapter 1 serves as the much-anticipated prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara. The film delves into the origins of the legend, seamlessly blending folklore, divinity, and raw human emotions. With Rishab Shetty once again donning the dual roles of actor and director, the film has been lauded for its powerful storytelling, stunning cinematography, and cultural depth. Critics have described it as a “cinematic thunderstorm” that pushes the creative boundaries of Indian cinema. Chapter 1 laid the grounds for part 3 as well with the climax hinting at further exploring the roots of the Daiva tradition. However, Rishab currently has two other films in the pipeline before he jumps on to part 3 of Kantara.
The original Kantara, written, directed, and headlined by Rishab Shetty, became a cultural phenomenon in 2022, earning pan-India acclaim and solidifying Shetty’s place among the leading voices in Indian filmmaking.
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