On the auspicious occasion of Varamahalakshmi Festival, Hombale Films has unveiled the much-awaited first look of actress Rukmini Vasanth as Kanakavathi, the lead character in the upcoming cinematic epic Kantara Chapter 1.
Written and directed by Rishab Shetty, who also plays the lead role, the film serves as a prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara, a pathbreaking film that redefined rooted storytelling and earned acclaim from audiences and critics worldwide.
Earlier this year, the makers revealed Rishab Shetty’s first look on his birthday, creating a massive stir on social media. The recently released making video has also garnered huge buzz, with everyone talking about the grand scale of the film. Now, the first look of Rukmini Vasanth as Kanakavathi adds to the excitement around the film.
The film promises to explore a fresh and emotionally compelling chapter of the Kantara universe, with visually rich storytelling, intense performances, and a narrative deeply rooted in Indian culture. The cinematic experience is brought to life by Arvind S. Kashyap’s cinematography and B. Ajaneesh Loknath’s music, under the production of Vijay Kiragandur, backed by the visionary banner of Hombale Films.
Mark your calendars:
Kantara Chapter 1 releases worldwide on October 2, 2025, in Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali and English.
