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New Delhi: Rishab Shetty, who is currently enjoying the success of his recently released film Kantara Chapter 1, visited the sacred Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple in Rameswaram to seek divine blessings.
Draped in a traditional red kurta, Shetty was seen performing rituals at the ancient shrine, marking a spiritual pause amid the overwhelming response to the film’s release. The visit comes just weeks after Kantara: Chapter 1, a prequel to the 2022 cult hit Kantara, hit theatres to massive acclaim.
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Rishab Shetty Visits Sacred Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple
Hombale Films, the production house behind the Kantara franchise, took to Instagram to share a reel of the temple visit. In the post, they wrote:
“At the holy shrine of Arulmigu Ramanathaswamy Temple, Rameswaram
@rishabshettyofficial sought divine blessings following the overwhelming success of #BlockbusterKantara
Celebrate this Deepavali with #KantaraChapter1, running successfully in cinemas near you!”
Watch the reel here:
About Kantara: Chapter 1
Set in the 4th Century AD, Kantara: Chapter 1 explores the mythological roots of the land of Kantara, delving into its spiritual essence, ancient conflicts, and divine interventions. The film weaves folklore, faith, and mysticism into a narrative that expands the cinematic universe of the original.
Kantara: Chapter 1 is written, directed, and headlined by Rishab Shetty. The film features a stellar cast including Sapthami Gowda, Gulshan Devaiah, Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, PD Satish Chandra, and Prakash Thuminad.
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The visual storytelling is powered by cinematographer Arvind S. Kashyap, while composer B. Ajaneesh Loknath returns with a soul-stirring soundtrack that enhances the film’s mythic tone, both instrumental in shaping the film’s immersive world.
Released worldwide on October 2, 2025, Kantara: Chapter 1 continues to captivate audiences and cement Rishab Shetty’s reputation as a visionary filmmaker deeply rooted in cultural storytelling.
