Hombale Films’ Kantara: Chapter 1 stands tall as one of the year’s most awaited releases. After the unprecedented success of Kantara in 2022, which turned into the biggest sleeper hit and smashed box office records, audiences are now eagerly awaiting its prequel. As the film nears its release, the makers recently rang in the countdown of 27 days to go, which has indeed raised a question: why did the makers choose this specific number? What does it signify?
The makers of Kantara: Chapter 1 began the countdown by marking 27 days until its release. While countdowns are usually highlighted at the one-month mark, the 15-day mark, or other notable milestones, the makers chose to mark exactly 27 days. This has left everyone wondering — why specifically 27 days? Is there a hidden reason behind it? Or are the makers trying to signify something deeper? Since Kantara’s story has a mythological backdrop, does the number 27 hold any special relevance?
Kantara: Chapter 1 is one of Hombale Films’ most ambitious undertakings. The creative team 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.
Moreover, Hombale Films is leaving no stone unturned in carrying forward the legacy of this 2022 masterpiece. The makers have curated an extensive war sequence for Kantara: Chapter 1 with national and international specialists, involving over 500 skilled fighters and featuring 3,000 people. This sequence was filmed in an entire town spanning 25 acres on rugged terrain, over a period of 45–50 days, making it one of the biggest sequences in the history of Indian cinema.
Scheduled for a worldwide release on October 2, the film hopes to reach audiences across languages and regions while remaining deeply 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.