Made under the Hombale Films banner, 'Kantara-A Legend Chapter 1' is a prequel to the pan-Indian blockbuster hit 'Kantara'.
Over 25,000 applications were received for auditions in 'Kantara:-A Legend Chapter 1'. (X)
Following the phenomenal pan-India success of Kantara (2022), versatile filmmaker Rishab Shetty is back with the much-awaited prequel titled Kantara-A Legend: Chapter 1.
Recently, the film team held the muhurat of the prequel and also released the first-look teaser which was viewed by millions on various digital platforms.
Recently, the team called for aspiring talents to audition.
On their social media accounts, Rishab Shetty and the production houses invited interested actors to apply for the auditions for Kantara-A Legend: Chapter 1. Both men and women with a certain age group, including newcomers who were interested in acting in the film were asked to apply.
Step into the Spotlight!#KantaraChapter1 Auditions Open – Apply at https://t.co/AoVunaeyp4 for Your Shot at Fame.
Shortlisted talents will be called for in person auditions. #Kantara @shetty_rishab @VKiragandur @hombalefilms @HombaleGroup @AJANEESHB @Banglan16034849… pic.twitter.com/xLPwr1H2Fz
— Rishab Shetty (@shetty_rishab) December 12, 2023
Sources said the team received applications from not less than 25,000 aspirants. A little birdie says a dozen out of them have been shortlisted for various characters.
Interestingly, Mangalavaaram (2023) actor Paayal Rajput also expressed her wish to act in the Rishab Shetty-starrer. She took to her X account where she tagged the director and the production house while seeking an opportunity.
@shetty_rishab @hombalefilms I’ve learned that auditions are being held for Kantara Chapter 1. I am eager to contribute to this esteemed project. My recent film, Magalavaaram, has garnered significant praise for my performance. I would appreciate if you could spare some time to…
— paayal rajput (@starlingpayal) December 12, 2023
Kantara-A Legend: Chapter 1, which is set to go on the floors soon, is being primarily made in Kannada and will also be released in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, Bengali, and English.
The first look of Rishab Shetty in the prequel has him in a captivating Aghori avatar, embodying a distinct form of God Shiva.
The poster also featured the actor wielding God Shiva’s Trishul (trident) and another weapon which sparked curiosity amongst Kantara fans across the globe.
The first edition of Kantara brilliantly showcased the conflict between humans and nature with the perfect blend of culture and traditions of coastal Karnataka featuring bhoota kola, daiva aradhane, and kambala.
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