NTR to be chief guest at Kantara: Chapter 1 pre-release event in Hyderabad
Rishab Shetty’s highly awaited prequel, Kantara: Chapter 1, will release on October 2. Ahead of the Dussehra debut, a grand pre-release event is planned in Hyderabad on September 28, with NTR attending as chief guest.
Published Date - 27 September 2025, 08:38 AM
Hyderabad: Excitement is building as the team of Kantara: Chapter 1 gears up for a grand pre-release event in Hyderabad on September 28. The makers have confirmed that NTR will attend the evening as the chief guest, a presence that is certain to draw huge attention from audiences.
Rishab Shetty, who delivered a pan-India blockbuster with Kantara, is returning with a prequel that explores the origins of the story. The actor-director has once again taken charge both in front of and behind the camera, aiming to recreate the magic that made the first part a cultural phenomenon.
Produced by Hombale Films, a banner that has become synonymous with large-scale Indian cinema, the film will hit theatres worldwide on October 2, coinciding with the Dussehra festival.
The promotional campaign is in full swing. The recently launched theatrical trailer has created waves across languages, earning appreciation for its visuals and deep connection to folklore and mythology. The film promises to present regional traditions on a scale rarely seen before, blending them with grand storytelling and spectacle.
With NTR joining the pre-release celebrations, the event in Hyderabad is expected to be a showstopper in itself. His appearance is expected to add momentum to the buzz surrounding the film, ensuring that Kantara: Chapter 1 enters theatres with sky-high expectations.
As the release date nears, the theaters are set for Rishab Shetty’s ambitious prequel to emerge as a festival season highlight at the box office.