'Kantara: Chapter 1' trailer release: Rishab Shetty starrer promises a cinematic spectacle - Watch

This Dusshera is going to be extra special for cinema lovers as Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1' will be released in the theatres on October 2nd, aligning with the festival and Gandhi Jayanti.

Ahead of the big screen debut, the makers have finally released the trailer of the folklore thriller, leaving everyone craving more.

'Kantara A Legend Chapter-1' trailer breakdown

The trailer reflects a story centered on magic and tradition set in a rural backdrop. Rishabh Shetty displays his strength and determination in a scene where he fights with a trident. The characters' deep emotions and reflection of village culture draw the audience into the story. The background music and atmosphere enhance the emotions of the story.

This trailer has created high expectations among the fans.

Rishab Shetty's film explores the mystical roots

Directed and headlined by Rishab Shetty, the film also includes Jayaram, Rukmini Vasanth as Kanakavathi, and Gulshan Devaiah as Kulashekara, among others. The soundtrack and background score are composed by B. Ajaneesh Loknath. The sequel, which serves as the prequel of the storyline, goes back in time to explore the ancient roots of the Bhuta Kola ritual in the first film.

It focuses on the mystical forests of Banavasi and the divine spirits awakening there.

Multilingual trailers launched by stars across industries

With the movie being released in multiple languages, the trailers have been unveiled grandly. The Telugu trailer was unveiled by Rebel Star Prabhas, the Hindi version by Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan, the Tamil one by Sivakarthikeyan, and the Malayalam dub by Prithviraj Sukumar.

'Kantara: Chapter 1' raises expectations with a bigger budget

After the mega success of the first part, where 'Kantara' was made only at a budget of Rs 16 crore, it went on to mint over Rs 400 crore globally. The upcoming sequel is said to be made on a massive budget, with makers raising fans' expectations.