Kantara: Chapter 1 Movie Review & Release Live Updates – Rishab Shetty’s Epic Prequel Opens to Rave Reactions
Kantara: Chapter 1 review & live updates – Rishab Shetty delivers a divine cinematic experience with stunning visuals, soul-stirring music, and a goosebump-worthy climax. Early reviews praise the epic as a box office blockbuster in the making.
Rishab Shetty in a powerful scene from Kantara: Chapter 1, hailed as a divine cinematic experience with a goosebump-inducing climax.
The wait is finally over. In front of the camera, Rishab Shetty plays himself in the much talked-about Kantara: Chapter 1, a prequel offering of Rishab Shetty, which theatrically released and is now being considered one of the year’s most powerful cinematic experiences. The production was directed by Rishab Shetty himself, and the acting cast included Jayaram, Rukmini Vasanth, and Gulshan Devaiah.
In general, the buzz for Kantara: Chapter 1 has been electric, and from the first reviews, it does seem to share the popularity. Viewers are amazed by the breathtaking cinematography, soul-stirring background score by Ajaneesh Loknath, and climax that sends shivers down the spine and outburst from the audience in theatres. Many have gone on to include that Shetty is a "master storyteller" who has, once again, couched folklore and faith in high-intensity lands.
⭐ Early Audience Reactions
A Soul-Stirring Journey
One Twitter review reads:
“#KantaraChapter1Review: What an experience! @shetty_rishab proves again he’s a master storyteller. More than a film—it’s a soul-stirring journey into folklore, faith, and human emotions. That climax? Unforgettable. Visually surreal, emotionally shattering. Goosebumps guaranteed.”
Rishab Shetty’s Magic
Another user rated the film 4.5/5, writing:
“@shetty_rishab does it again! #KantaraChapter1 doesn’t just entertain—it awakens something deeper. Pure goosebumps! A cinematic blend of folklore, faith & raw human spirit. A must-watch.”
Divine Cinema
One fan shared:
“#KantaraChapter1 [4/5]: Divine Cinema, Goosebump Experience! Shetty owns every frame. That transformation + climax = THEATRE ERUPTS! @rukminitweets is a surprise package. @AjaneeshLoknath BGM = Soul of Kantara. This is not just a film, it’s a pure divine ride.”
🎥 Cameo Buzz – Jr. NTR in Kantara?
Several early reactions have sparked speculation that Jr. NTR makes a cameo appearance in Kantara: Chapter 1. While unconfirmed officially, fans are already trending the possibility on social media.
🌟 Celebrity Reactions
Malayalam actress Jyothi Krishna took to Instagram to share her excitement:
“An absolutely mesmerizing experience. Kantara will stay in my heart for a long time. If the first part gave goosebumps in the climax, this one gives them at several moments. I am truly mind blown.”
💰 Box Office Prospects
According to industry tracker Sacnilk, advance bookings for the Hindi version gained momentum late but surged before release, crossing ₹2.5 crore in pre-sales and expected to surpass ₹4 crore soon. With this strong start, Kantara: Chapter 1 is already ahead of recent Hindi releases like Sky Force, Sitaare Zameen Par, and Jolly LLB 3.
Trade experts believe the film is on track to set new records, thanks to its strong word-of-mouth and pan-India appeal.
