City
Epaper

Anupam Kher watches 'magical brilliance' of 'Kantara: Chapter 1' with family; says he is 'speechless'

By ANI | Updated: October 6, 2025 12:35 IST

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 6 : Veteran actor Anupam Kher, along with his family, recently watched Risabh Shetty's 'Kantara: ...

Open in App

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], October 6 : Veteran actor Anupam Kher, along with his family, recently watched Risabh Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1' and hailed the filmmakers' team's "magical brilliance".

The prequel to the 2022 Kannada hit Kantara released in theaters on October 2 and has been receiving praise from audiences across the country for its storytelling, visuals, and connection to Indian traditions.

After watching the film, Kher posted on X to share his thoughts. He wrote, "Dearest @shetty_rishab! Just watched #Kantara with my mom, brother, Herman, and Phalguni! I am S P E E C H L E S S! I wish I had more words to describe your and your entire team's magical brilliance! May Lord Ram bless you. Jai Ho to you all!"

Take a look

https://x.com/AnupamPKher/status/1974853872201167144

Kher and his family also recorded a short video where he can be seen expressing how moved they were by the film and its making. Director Rishab Shetty, who both directed and starred in the film, responded to Kher's post with gratitude.

https://x.com/shetty_rishab/status/1974854021128372623

'Kantara: Chapter 1' revolves around the origins of Daiva worship in Tulunadu, tracing its roots back to the fourth-century Kadamba dynasty. Shetty plays Berme, the protector of the Kantara forest and its tribal communities. The film also stars Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram in key roles.

The story follows the struggle between a royal family trying to seize control from the Daivas and the tribals who resist their rule. The supporting cast includes Rakesh Poojari, Hariprashanth MG, Deepak Rai Panaje, Shaneel Gautham, and Naveen Bondel.

Produced by Vijay Kiragandur and Chaluve Gowda under the Hombale Films banner, the film continues its strong theatrical run and has been released in multiple languages.

Disclaimer: This post has been auto-published from an agency feed without any modifications to the text and has not been reviewed by an editor

Open in App

Related Stories

Business"One of the elements is going to be technology, innovation in our comprehensive partnership with Israel": Piyush Goyal

EntertainmentResul Pookutty on Creating the Haunting Soundscape of Gustaakh Ishq, Manish Malhotra’s Debut Production

Other Sports2nd Test: South Africa will look to be ruthless and take on opportunities, says Bavuma

BusinessB.V. Naidu Honoured with the First STPI Commendation Award for Outstanding Contributions to India's Technology & Innovation Ecosystem

BusinessJIMS Rohini to Bring Top HR Leaders Together for HR NexGen Summit 2025

Entertainment Realted Stories

EntertainmentSiddhant Chaturvedi, Mrunal Thakur bring an "imperfectly perfect" love story with Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Do Deewane Seher Mein'

EntertainmentKamal Haasan says independent cinema is as free as India: 'Don't confine it'

EntertainmentKareena Kapoor gets cute hug from son Taimur after returning from school

Entertainment“A Full-Fledged Romance,” Vijay Varma Steps Into His Lover Boy Era

Entertainment'Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain – Fun On The Run' to reach the theatres on February 6 next year