'Kantara: Chapter 1' ending confirms sequel: All we know
02 Oct 2025

The highly anticipated film, Kantara: A Legend - Chapter 1, was released on Thursday. This prequel to the sleeper hit Kantara (2022) is set over a thousand years before its predecessor.

The film's end credits reveal that a third part is in the works and will be titled Kantara: A Legend - Chapter 2. It will serve as a prequel to the first part and a sequel to this second part.

Cast and crew of 'Kantara: A Legend - Chapter 1'
Film overview

Kantara: A Legend - Chapter 1 stars Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram. The film delves into the origins of the mythological tradition and ancestral conflict introduced in its predecessor.

Both films are directed by Shetty and produced by Homebale Films. The first part starred Shetty, Sapthami Gowda, Kishore, and Achyuth Kumar in lead roles.

While not much is known about the upcoming film, one can expect it to continue the tale shown in Chapter 1.

How is 'Chapter 1' performing?
Critical reception

The film has received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. It was praised for its stunning cinematography, grand set pieces, and action sequences choreographed on an epic scale.

The background score and songs also received appreciation, especially during divine sequences. However, some tracks were found to be less impactful than others.

Shetty has garnered praise for his act from all sectors, but the box office craze has not been as big as expected.