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Kantara, which was released in 2022, was set in 1990. Kantara: Chapter 1, which released on Friday (October 2) is set more than a thousand years before the events of the former.
Kantara: Chapter 1 is set in the Kadamba period.
Here’s some good news for all the Kantara fans. With the release of Kantara: Chapter 1, the makers have also confirmed that a third installment in the film will also be made. As reported by Bollywood Hungama, the title of the upcoming part has been revealed at the end of Chapter 1. The third installment in the franchise will be titled ‘Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 2’.
Kantara, which was released in 2022, was set in 1990. Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1, which released on Friday (October 2) is set more than a thousand years before the events of the former. Therefore, it is a prequel to Kantara.
It was in 2023 that Rishab Shetty announced that what the audience saw was actually part 2 and therefore, what will be released next will be Kantara’s prequel. “We are very pleased and thankful to the audience who had shown immense love and support to Kantara and taking the journey ahead, with the blessing of almighty Daiva the film has successfully completed 100 days and I would like to take this opportunity to announce the prequel of Kantara. What you have seen is actually Part 2, Part 1 will come next year,” he had said.
Kantara: Chapter 1 is set in the Kadamba period in Karnataka. The Kadambas were significant rulers of parts of Karnataka and played a major role in shaping the architecture and culture of the region. That period was known to be a Golden Period of Indian History.
Is Kantara: Chapter 1 Worth Watching?
Kantara: Chapter 1 has been getting mixed reviews from the audience and critics. News18 Showsha gave this movie a 3.5-star rating. “Is Kantara: Chapter 1 a National Award-worthy instalment in the franchise? I don’t think so. But should you still watch it? Absolutely. Despite some forgivable flaws, the film is a visual treat, and the second half will surely leave you jaw-dropped. Kantara: Chapter 1 is Rishab Shetty’s attempt at amalgamating Indian folklore with mainstream cinema, and this he does well,” a part of our review read.
Chirag Sehgal works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18.com. With an experience of five years in the media industry, he largely focuses on Indian television coverage. Apart from bringing …Read More
Chirag Sehgal works as a Senior Sub-Editor in the Entertainment team at News18.com. With an experience of five years in the media industry, he largely focuses on Indian television coverage. Apart from bringing … Read More
October 02, 2025, 20:24 IST
