‘Kantara Chapter 1’ Makers deny boat accident during shoot, confirm crew and equipment are safe

The team behind Rishab Shetty’s highly anticipated film ‘Kantara Chapter 1’ has officially denied reports of a boat mishap during the shoot at the Mani Dam reservoir in Karnataka. Earlier claims had suggested that a boat carrying Rishab Shetty and around 30 crew members had capsized, raising concerns about safety on set.

However, the film’s executive producer has now clarified that these reports are entirely false and misleading.According to a statement published by The New Indian Express, executive producer Adarsh JA explained that no one was on the boat when it tipped over and that it was not in use for any active filming at the time.“The ‘Kantara’ shoot is happening in the Mani reservoir. We had set up a ship for background visuals.

On June 14, due to strong wind and rain, the ship tipped over. But our team members were not near it, and the actual shooting location was far from that spot. Everyone is safe, and filming continues as planned,” said Adarsh JA.The filmmakers also addressed speculation that the shoot had been halted due to the incident. Adarsh assured that production is progressing smoothly and that all necessary permissions have been obtained.

The team has implemented extensive safety protocols, including standby speed boats, fishermen, swimmers, scuba divers, and life jackets to ensure the crew's well-being.He further noted that none of the film equipment or cameras were affected. “Had the gear sunk, we wouldn’t be able to continue shooting,” he emphasized. Local authorities have since inspected the area and confirmed that no mishap took place.A Prequel on a Grand Scale‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ is being produced on a much larger scale than its predecessor and serves as a prequel to the 2022 mythological folklore hit ‘Kantara’, which won both critical and commercial acclaim for its rooted storytelling and spiritual themes.The film is slated for a theatrical release on October 2, and expectations are high as fans eagerly await to witness the origin story that expands the mystical universe introduced in the original.