The Kannada film industry has been on a roll lately, thanks to hits like Kantara and a few other blockbusters that have made audiences really excited for what’s coming next. The next big release from the industry is Kantara: Chapter 1.

Directed by Rishab Shetty and made on a massive budget, expectations are sky-high for the film, and fans of the franchise are eager to see what surprises it has in store.

There’s some buzz about the film’s release in Kerala. FEUOK reportedly didn’t agree to the distributor’s higher share demand (55%), which has caused some tension. Nothing official has come out yet, but rumors are spreading on social media. It will be interesting to see what Hombale Films does.

The prequel stars Rukmini Vasanth in a key role, along with other familiar actors. Ajaneesh Loknath is handling the music. Kantara: Chapter 1 is set to release on October 2, 2025, and fans are excited to see it on the big screen.