Kannada star Rishab Shetty’s much-anticipated prequel Kantara: Chapter 1 has completed filming and is set to hit theatres on October 2, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti.
Produced by Hombale Films, the movie delves into the mythological origins of the Bhuta Kola tradition in coastal Karnataka.
Even before its theatrical release, the team has reportedly closed a massive OTT deal.
Amazon Prime Video is said to have acquired the post-theatrical streaming rights for around â¹125 crore — one of the biggest digital deals for a Kannada film since KGF: Chapter 2 (2022).
With nearly 20 international VFX studios working on the project, post-production is currently underway, setting the stage for a grand release later this year.