Kantara Chapter 1 OTT release

After its record-breaking theatrical run, Rishab Shetty’s directorial masterpiece Kantara: Chapter 1 is set to premiere on Prime Video India from October 31. The streaming giant announced the grand digital debut with an exciting teaser, captioned “get ready to witness the LEGENDary adventure of BERME #KantaraALegendChapter1OnPrime.” The film will be available in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam, with the Hindi dubbed version arriving later.

Box Office Milestone Achievement

Kantara: Chapter 1 has emerged as one of India’s biggest blockbusters of 2025, grossing approximately Rs. 780 crore worldwide in just 25 days since its Gandhi Jayanti release. The film has accumulated around Rs. 667 crore from domestic markets alone, cementing its position as a pan-Indian phenomenon. Trade experts predict the final global tally could reach between Rs. 820-830 crore, though the early OTT release may slightly impact remaining theatrical collections. Additionally, the English-dubbed version releasing on October 31 is expected to contribute further to overall revenue streams.

Cast and Production Excellence

Serving as a prequel to the 2022 film Kantara: A Legend, this mythological epic delves deeper into folklore and spiritual narratives. Directed, written, and headlined by Rishab Shetty, the film features an impressive cast including Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram. Produced by Vijay Kiragandur and Chaluve Gowda under Hombale Films, the movie exemplifies the studio’s commitment to divine storytelling blended with raw cinematic craft. With its OTT premiere, Kantara: Chapter 1 promises to reach audiences worldwide, allowing fans globally to experience the legend of Berme unfold on their screens.