Updated On: 07 July, 2025 10:59 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
On Rishab Shetty’s birthday, Hombale Films unveiled a striking new poster and announced that Kantara: Chapter 1 has wrapped shooting. The much-awaited prequel, featuring massive war sequences and promising to deepen the film’s legend, will release worldwide on October 2, 2025

Kantara: Chapter 1 poster
With the release of Kantara in 2022, a new dynamic was introduced to Indian cinema. Emerging as the biggest sleeper hit of the year, the film set new benchmarks for success and dominated the box office, becoming one of the biggest pan-India films. Produced by Hombale Films—India’s leading production house known for delivering blockbusters like KGF, Kantara, and Salaar—the film laid a strong foundation for its upcoming prequel. Kantara: Chapter 1, the much-awaited origin story of the global blockbuster, is now one of the most anticipated films of the year.
The first poster featuring Rishab Shetty in a never-seen-before thrilling avatar had already created a stir among audiences. Now, the makers have released a new poster and announced the completion of the shoot to mark Rishab’s birthday.
Yes, a prequel to the masterpiece that moved millions, Kantara: Chapter 1, has officially wrapped its shoot. The newly released poster has only intensified the excitement, making it the perfect birthday gift for Rishab Shetty and his fans. Kantara: Chapter 1 will take us back to the origins of the legend that captivated millions. Get ready to witness the rise before the roar.