Hombale Films, the acclaimed production house behind landmark films like Rajakumara, KGF, Salaar, and Kantara, today released the much-awaited making video of Kantara Chapter 1, offering audiences a spectacular look into the epic scale and effort behind the film.
The video, released as a wrap-up celebration, marks the culmination of over 250 days of shooting, the result of more than three years of unwavering dedication. With thousands of crew members working tirelessly through each phase of production, the making video stands as a tribute to the passion and precision that define Actor and Director Rishab Shetty’s storytelling.
Rishab Shetty took to his social media to announce the wrap-up of Kantara: Chapter 1. By sharing a BTS video of the entire journey, Rishab offered glimpses into the grand, divine, and marvelous world of this cinematic spectacle. Here’s a look into the making:
‘Kantara Chapter 1’ is one of the Hombale films’s one of most ambitious undertakings. The creative team behind the film includes music director B. Ajaneesh Loknath, cinematographer Arvind Kashyap, and production designer Vinesh Banglan all of whom have shaped the film’s powerful visual and emotional narrative.
“‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ is undoubtedly our most ambitious project to date and there are several reasons why. The scale of effort, from the number of shoot days to the sheer volume of manpower, far surpasses anything we’ve undertaken before. But beyond logistics, this film holds a deeply personal place in our hearts. We’ve long aspired to create something for this generation and for generations to come; that makes them proud of India’s rich heritage.”
– Producer Vijay Kiragandur
Scheduled for a worldwide release on October 2, the film will be launched in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English reaching audiences across languages and regions, while staying rooted in its cultural core. With Kantara Chapter 1, Hombale Films continues to push the boundaries of Indian cinema, promising a deeply immersive experience that celebrates folklore, faith, and cinematic excellence
(Contributed by Maithili Bachani)