‘Kantara Chapter 1’: Has the Rishab Shetty film impressed audiences?

Rishab Shetty’s highly anticipated ‘Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1’ is gearing up for a grand worldwide release on October 2, 2025. Early premiere reviews present a mixed picture; while some laud its grandeur, technical prowess, and intense performances, critic Umair Sandhu deemed it “Overrated & Weird.” Despite the varied initial feedback, the prequel has already shattered advance booking records, selling over 1.7 lakh tickets worth Rs 5.7 crore.