New Delhi: Written, directed and titled by Rishabh Shetty, Kantara: Chapter 1 has been creating waves at the box office since its theatrical release. After a successful run in theatres, the much-awaited mythological action thriller is now all set to make its OTT debut on Prime Video.
record breaking box office success
Kantara: Chapter 1 continues to make box office historyLeaving behind the lifetime worldwide collection of Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna’s Chhaava. According to trade tracking site Sacnilk, it has emerged as the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025.
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When and where to watch it on OTT?
Following its unprecedented theatrical run, Kantara: Chapter 1 will have its global streaming premiere on Prime Video from October 31. The film will be available exclusively in India and over 200 countries and territories around the world. Along with the original Kannada version, there will also be dubbed versions in Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam.
“Get ready to watch the legendary adventure of BERME #KantaraALegendChapter1OnPrime on 31st October,” the OTT giant captioned on social media.
About Kantara Universe
Serving as a prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara: A Legend (also streaming on Prime Video), the film delves deeper into the cinematic universe created by Rishabh Shetty. It traces its origin to the legend of Panjurli Daiva, the divine guardian who protects the sacred forests of Kantara.
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The story is set against the backdrop of the Kadamba dynasty, exploring themes of greed, power and divine justice. Through the intertwined destinies of kings, tribes and gods, the film presents a saga of faith, vengeance and survival, setting the stage for the universe audiences loved in Kantara (2022).
Manish Menghani, Director and Head of Content Licensing, Prime Video India, said, “Kantara represents a new chapter in Indian cinema, showcasing how stories deeply rooted in local culture and authenticity can captivate audiences around the world.”
“With Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, Rishabh and his creative team, along with the producers at Hombale Films, have further enriched this universe, crafting a narrative that blends together spirituality, raw emotion and grand scale. We are excited to share this extraordinary film with our global Prime Video audiences starting October 31.”
Writer, director and lead actor Rishabh Shetty said, “Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 is a story deeply rooted in our soil, that celebrates the sacred bond between man, nature and faith.”