"Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1" is a prequel to the 2022 blockbuster "Kantara," set to release on October 2, 2025. The film explores the origins of the traditions and conflict depicted in the original movie, delving into the ancient roots of the Bhuta Kola ritual and the lore surrounding divine guardianship of the land. Rishab Shetty, who also directed the first film, returns as writer, director, and lead actor, playing a Naga Sadhu with superhuman abilities, according to Wikipedia. The prequel is a pan-Indian project, produced by Hombale Films, and will be released in multiple languages.
