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Like #Kantara and #Dashavtar, which are deeply rooted in regional traditions, Gondhal is a film that springs from the very soil of Maharashtra. While Kantara portrays rituals followed in about 20% of Karnataka and Dashavtar holds significance in the Konkan region, Gondhal is a tradition celebrated across nearly 80% of Maharashtra — and that gives this film its true strength.

The success of Kantara and Dashavtar has already proven that audiences resonate deeply with stories that reflect their culture and carry the fragrance of their land. Gondhal continues that legacy, offering a perfect blend of local tradition with international cinematic standards.

The teaser, with its grand visuals and mystical aura, grips the audience instantly. It beautifully combines traditional beliefs, folk art, and contemporary cinematic expression. The story, based on the Gondhal ritual — a devotional performance meant to ward off troubles in married life — hints at an underlying mystery waiting to unfold. Even in just a few seconds, the teaser showcases the film’s scale, technical quality, and visual grandeur.

Writer-director #SantoshDavkhare says, “Gondhal reflects Maharashtra’s faith, mystery, and traditions. Just as Kantara brought a new dimension to Karnataka’s folk culture, Gondhal will portray the spiritual depth and cultural heritage of Maharashtra. Our goal was to bring the colors, energy, and soul of this land alive on screen.”

Presented by Davkhare Films, the film’s story, screenplay, and dialogues are penned by Santosh Davkhare, with music composed by the legendary Padma Vibhushan Ilaiyaraaja. The film is co-produced by Diksha Davkhare and features a stellar cast including Kishor Kadam, Ishita Deshmukh, Yogesh Sohoni, Nishad Bhoir, Anuj Prabhu, Suresh Vishwakarma, Madhavi Juvekar, Aishwarya Shinde, Kailash Waghmare, Prabhakar Mathpati, Vitthal Kale, Pravin Dalimbkar, Sharad Jadhav, Poonam Patil, and Prashant Deshpande.

Gondhal is all set to release in theatres on 14th November.

By Keerti Kadam

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The makers of Kantara marked the 3rd anniversary with a brief video of the film, also compiling glimpses of the prequel. While this has further piqued the excitement for the release of Kantara: Chapter 1 on 2nd October, the makers also wrote the caption –

“Celebrating 3 glorious years of the Divine Blockbuster – #ಕಾಂತಾರ #Kantara
A soul-stirring journey that captivated hearts and echoed across the nation.
Your love made it eternal, your blessings made it divine.

The journey continues… Get ready for the next epic tale, #KantaraChapter1 coming to you all this October 2nd!

#3YearsOfDivineBlockbusterKantara #3YearsOfKantara

@shetty_rishab @VKiragandur @hombalefilms @HombaleGroup @ChaluveG @gowda_sapthami @actorkishore @AJANEESHB @KantaraFilm”

https://x.com/hombalefilms/status/1972897564145099236?t=XcqZ4jcawhdnwu9Ldn8V-A&s=08

Kantara starred #RishabShetty in a dual role, along with Sapthami Gowda, Kishore, and Achyuth Kumar. The film played a significant role in bringing Indian culture to the global map. It brought to the surface folklore, spirit-possession rituals, and divine belief systems, with the story centered around Bhuta Kola, a traditional form of worship practiced in the region. The film was a massive success and became one of the highest-grossing Kannada films of all time. At the 70th National Film Awards, Rishab Shetty won the Best Actor Award, while the film received the Best Popular Film Award.

Now, after the mega success of Kantara, the stage is set for Kantara: Chapter 1, which is touted as the biggest film of the year. The film is set to release this week, and the excitement is indeed at its peak. It stands as one of Hombale Films’ most ambitious undertakings. The creative team includes music director B. Ajaneesh Loknath, cinematographer Arvind Kashyap, and production designer Vinesh Banglan, all of whom have shaped the film’s powerful visual and emotional narrative.

Moreover, Hombale Films is leaving no stone unturned in carrying forward the legacy of this 2022 masterpiece. The makers have curated an extensive war sequence for Kantara: Chapter 1 with national and international specialists, involving over 500 skilled fighters and featuring 3,000 people. This sequence was filmed in an entire town spanning 25 acres on rugged terrain, over a period of 45–50 days, making it one of the biggest sequences in the history of Indian cinema.

Scheduled for a worldwide release on October 2, the film will launch in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English, reaching audiences across languages and regions while remaining deeply rooted in its cultural core.

With Kantara: Chapter 1, #HombaleFilms continues to push the boundaries of Indian cinema, promising a deeply immersive experience that celebrates folklore, faith, and cinematic excellence.

By Keerti Kadam

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The #TigerShroff actioner, part of the popular Baaghi franchise, has been drawing audience interest, ever since the teaser was released recently. The film’s dominance on the anticipation charts highlights the continued appeal of mass action cinema in India.

Close behind Baaghi 4 is Pawan Kalyan’s They Call Him OG, securing the second spot with 13.8%. The Telugu biggie, helmed by Sujeeth, has been generating enormous hype, particularly due to Pawan Kalyan’s return in a stylish gangster avatar. Scheduled to release on September 25, the movie promises to be a big-screen action spectacle.

At number three is Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor’s romantic comedy #ParamSundari (12.4%). The movie is slated to release on August 29. Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi’s #JollyLLB3 (9.9%), scheduled for September 19 release, finds itself in fourth position currently, proving that courtroom drama-comedies still hold wide audience appeal even in a crowded lineup of mega-budget entertainers.

The fifth to tenth positions show a diverse mix of genres and industries, signalling how anticipation in Indian cinema is no longer confined to just one region or style. Anime-inspired #Mirai (9.5%) has carved its way into the fifth slot, while #LokahChapterOne: Chandra (8.7%) and #TheBengalFiles (6.9%) further add to the range with fantasy storytelling and politically charged drama, respectively.

#RaghuDakat (5.3%) and #Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 (5.2%) showcase how period dramas and franchise-driven sequels continue to attract attention, with #Kaantha (3.9%) rounding off the top ten. The rating of the top 10 movies is based on IMDb’s page views, which keep changing.

Link – https://www.imdb.com/it/news/ni65385392/

By Keerti Kadam 

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With the release of the film’s posters, audiences were given a brief glimpse into its enthralling world, featuring #RishabShettys striking transformation. As excitement continues to build, the makers have urged fans to avoid speculation and refrain from believing unverified updates about the film.

Amidst growing anticipation for more updates on Kantara: Chapter 1, several unverified reports have been circulating. Addressing this, the makers have reiterated their request for audiences to rely only on official sources and not fall for any unofficial information. They have assured fans that the film is progressing smoothly as planned, and the wait will undoubtedly be worthwhile.

Taking to social media, the makers wrote,

“We’re right on track, and everything is progressing as planned.
#KantaraChapter1 will release in theatres worldwide on October 2, 2025.

Trust us, it’ll be worth the wait.

We kindly urge everyone to avoid speculation and refrain from sharing unverified updates.

ಕಾಂತಾರದ ದರ್ಶನ ಅಕ್ಟೋಬರ್ 2, 2025 ರಿಂದ…”

https://x.com/KantaraFilm/status/1925550865915806121?t=IWJalNEaRwMUKSUOBenvyw&s=08

Moreover, Kantara: Chapter 1 has finally entered its final leg of shooting. Hombale Films left no stone unturned in taking the legacy of this 2022 masterpiece forward. They have been shooting the film as one of the biggest films ever made. Kantara makers curated an extensive war sequence for Kantara: Chapter-1 which was crafted by national and international specialists. They hired over 500 skilled fighters for the sequence curating a never seen before fight sequence with action choreography that is at par if not better than the best of the best. This power-packed sequence featured 3000 people, making it one of the biggest sequences in the history of Indian Cinema.

A sequence of this size required extreme prep. and so actor-director Rishab Shetty underwent a 3- month long and extensive training where he mastered the art of horse riding, Kalaripayattu and sword fighting. Rishab poured in his entire blood, sweat and efforts in doing justice to the magnanimous war sequence.

To shoot this massive sequence the makers identified a very unusual real location in the mountains of Karnataka. Hombale films had shot this sequence in an entire town spanning 25 acres situated on the terrains of the state for around 45 – 50 days.

With its gripping narrative, breathtaking visuals, and heartfelt performances, Kantara connected with audiences far beyond Indian borders. Its authentic portrayal of local traditions and storytelling brilliance made it a sleeper hit, establishing a global fanbase for the franchise. In fact, with Kantara: Chapter 1, the scale is expected to reach the next level, promising audiences an even more gripping cinematic experience. Now, Hombale Films’ Kantara: Chapter 1 is all set to release on 2nd October 2025.

By Keerti Kadam

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Rishabh reflects on the origins of Kantara, revealing how the film is intertwined with his home and community. “Since childhood, I have dreamt of shooting a film in my village and its forests, Keradi. I scouted this location for multiple movies, but it never worked out. Then came Kantara — which was finally shot here. It was a collective effort, over 700 people from the village contributed. It’s because of this overwhelming involvement that I call my home KFC – Keradi Film City.”

He added how Kantara has shifted his village’s perception of cinema, stating, “This region isn’t huge on films, but Kantara made them see their own on screen. It became relatable, and the love and blessings poured in abundantly.”

The conversation then steered towards their take on popular directors, which made him share his admiration for filmmakers like #SandeepReddyVanga, known for massive blockbuster movies like #ArjunReddy and #Animal. Highlighting how, despite falling into mass controversies, directors like Vanga have a huge fan following, Rishab said, “It’s crazy, nobody can think like him, and I think even he can’t think the same way again. I’d love to be involved in any projects he’s currently working on.”

In a heartfelt moment during the episode, Rishabh’s wife, #PragathiShetty, recounts the touching story of how they first met, “I’m a Rakshit Shetty fan, so I went to a Ricky screening with my friends. One of them wanted a picture with the director, Rishabh, so we spoke. And I told him how proud I was of his journey—from a small village to achieving so much in cinema. That’s when he fell for me! He sent me a friend request on social media, and that’s where it all started.”

Created, hosted, and executive produced by Rana Daggubati under the banner of Spirit Media, the unscripted Telugu Original eight-episode series boasts an exciting line-up of guests, including #DulquerSalmaan, #NagaChaitanyaAkkineni, #SiddhuJonnalagadda, #Sreeleela, #Nani, #SSRajamouli, #RamGopalVarma, and many more. With new episodes dropping every Saturday, the fifth episode of The Rana Daggubati Show will be available to stream on Saturday, December 21, exclusively on Prime Video in India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide.

By Keerti Kadam

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As per recent report, “The indoor shoot remains, with about 15 to 20 days of work. The film will be wrapped up shortly, however, the post-production work has already begun. Kantara 2 is a lot bigger than Kantara, with the introduction of prequel and mythological elements in the story,”

“It’s a big-budget visual spectacle and the makers are investing a lot of time to get the VFX right. While most of the shoot has been wrapped up, the team is not compromising at all on the post-production and visual effects. The idea is to deliver a product that’s 10 notches above Kantara 1. The first promo to announce the film was just a glimpse to showcase the magnitude of part 2,” the report concluded. Excitingly, Kantara Chapter 1 is gearing up for a Summer 2025 release, and the assets flow of the film is expected to begin from October 2024.

Moreover, get ready to enjoy a divine experience like never before with the highly anticipated Kantara: Chapter 1.

By Keerti Kadam

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This can’t be denied both Rishab Shetty and Mohanlal are among the finest talents of Indian Cinema. The Kantara actor shared his experience meeting with Mohanlal on social media.

Taking to social media, Rishab Shetty shared the pictures with Mohanlal and captioned,
“An honor and a pleasure to meet the legendary @mohanlal sir!”

https://www.instagram.com/rishabshettyofficial/p/C55YRzsooHZ/

The pictures of Rishab Shetty and Mohanlal drew the attention of the fans and the audiences. They are in all praise for both of them and hail the duo saying, “Two passionate actors”. Rishab Shetty right now is fully focused on the prequel of Hombale Films ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’. Ever since the announcement teaser has been out it has left everyone stunned with the look of Rishab and following the success of Kantara A Legend, he is set to take the audiences on divine experience like never before.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Rishab Shetty is working to bring a divine experience like never before with the much-awaited ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’. The film is in its shooting stage and besides this, he is in discussion for a film with Bollywood director Ashutosh Gowariker.

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Taking to social media, Rishab Shetty praised the high-voltage teaser and jotted down the caption which says,
“#Pushpa2 Teaser looks AMAZING, Sending all the wishes and love to the team.

Happy Birthday to Iconic Star
@alluarjun”

#Pushpa2 Teaser looks AMAZING, Sending all the wishes and love to the team.https://t.co/jzCOgFw2Pa

Happy Birthday to Iconic Star @alluarjun

— Rishab Shetty (@shetty_rishab) April 8, 2024

Rishab Shetty always supports and encourages the cinema and film from other industries and superstars. On many occasions he has been vocal about other films also, and his response to Pushpa 2: The Rule teaser is nothing less than phenomenal. The actor is thrilled to watch the film on the big screen.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Rishab Shetty is working to bring a divine experience like never before with the much-awaited ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’. The film is in its shooting stage and besides this, he is in discussion for a film with Bollywood director Ashutosh Gowariker.

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