Rishab Shetty’s Kantara, released in 2022, achieved huge pan-Indian success at the box office. The film’s prequel was surrounded with postponement rumors, but the makers confirm that Kantara Prequel will storm theaters on a fixed date.
After such a huge success of the first part, the team announced a prequel, and the release date was said to be 2nd October. However, as said above, there was a buzz that due to pending work, it will be released on this Christmas or early 2026.
Kantara Prequel in Theatres on October 2
But the makers denied the rumors a few days back, and today, on the occasion of Rishabh Shetty’s birthday, the producers unveiled a new poster with a release date of 2nd October.
So, it is confirmed that the Kantara prequel will storm theaters on a fixed date. In the poster, Rishab Shetty nails the vibe of a strong, bearded warrior with an axe and shield, running through flames.
Kantara: Chapter 1 will also be released in Bengali, making the reach even wider. The film is all set to hit the big screen on October 2, 2025.
The shoot is currently underway, and the team, though faced with a few hurdles, is determined to finish the shoot in time.
Produced by Hombale Films and with music composed by Ajaneesh Loknath, the film is expected to deliver stunning visuals and strong content.