Hombale Films’ much-awaited epic Kantara Chapter 1, written and directed by Rishab Shetty and produced by Vijay Kiragandur, is gearing up for a grand worldwide release on October 2, 2025. Starring Rukmini Vasanth and Gulshan Devaiah in key roles, the film is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated cinematic spectacles of the year.
Following the massive success of the first installment in Telugu, the makers have joined hands with top distributors in the Telugu states to ensure an unprecedented release. Distribution has been locked across major territories — Vigneswara through Vaarahi Chalana Chitram (Uttarandhra), Geetha Film Distributors (East & West Godavari), Vaarahi Chalana Chitram (Guntur & Ceeded), KSN Tele Film (Krishna), SV Cine (Nellore), and Shilpakala Entertainments.
In Telangana, the prestigious Mythri Movie Distributors LLP will oversee the release in the Nizam region, further solidifying the film’s pan-India reach.
According to the makers, Kantara Chapter 1 is not just a film but a cultural origin story woven with fire, faith, and folklore, promising audiences an immersive experience. The movie will release worldwide in Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, and English, making it a true pan-India spectacle.

