The intrigue around Kantara: Chapter 1 among the masses stems from the success of Kantara, released in 2022. While the makers have chosen to remain silent about revealing details of the prequel, there is a mystic element surrounding it, making the trailer one of the biggest things to watch out for!

Hombale Films’ much-awaited Kantara: Chapter 1 stands as one of the most anticipated releases of the year. Widely regarded as the biggest upcoming pan-India film, it has been creating immense buzz ever since its announcement, with audiences eagerly awaiting its arrival. Now, the most awaited day is finally on its way with the launch of its much-anticipated trailer.

While the makers of Kantara: Chapter 1 have not revealed much about the film, audiences have been hooked ever since the release of Kantara in 2022. The mystery surrounding the prequel has built a sense of intrigue around the trailer, leaving fans curious about what the makers are set to bring in this biggest film of the year. However, the wait is over, as the makers have officially announced that the trailer of Kantara: Chapter 1 will be released on 22nd September 2025 at 12:45 PM.

Kantara: Chapter 1 is one of Hombale Films’ most ambitious undertakings. The creative team includes music director B. Ajaneesh Loknath, cinematographer Arvind Kashyap, and production designer Vinesh Banglan, all of whom have shaped the film’s powerful visual and emotional narrative.

Moreover, Hombale Films is leaving no stone unturned in carrying forward the legacy of this 2022 masterpiece. The makers have curated an extensive war sequence for Kantara: Chapter 1 with national and international specialists, involving over 500 skilled fighters and featuring 3,000 people. This sequence was filmed in an entire town spanning 25 acres on rugged terrain, over a period of 45–50 days, making it one of the biggest sequences in the history of Indian cinema. 

Scheduled for a worldwide release on October 2, the film will launch in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English, reaching audiences across languages and regions while remaining deeply rooted in its cultural core.

With Kantara: Chapter 1, Hombale Films continues to push the boundaries of Indian cinema, promising a deeply immersive experience that celebrates folklore, faith, and cinematic excellence.