New Delhi: A bus carrying junior artists from the film Kantara: Chapter 1, directed and starring Rishab Shetty, met with a tragic accident near Jadkaal, close to Kollur in Karnataka.
The mini-bus, which was taking the artists to the shooting location, flipped over, injuring several people. The incident took place when the crew was traveling from Mudoor after completing the shoot, heading towards Kollur. The accident resulted in six people sustaining serious injuries, and they have been admitted to the hospital for treatment.
The film is currently being shot in various coastal locations, with several artists playing key roles. According to reports, 20 junior artists were traveling in the bus at the time of the accident. The film, produced by Vijay Kiragandur under Hombale Films, is a prequel to the highly successful Kantara. Rishab Shetty not only directs but also plays the lead role in this much-awaited project.
Kantara: Chapter 1 is scheduled to hit theaters on October 2, 2025
The incident has caused distress among the film’s crew, as they were looking forward to completing another important shoot. The health update of the injured individuals is still awaited, and the team is hopeful for their speedy recovery.
Rishab Shetty had recently shared the release date of Kantara: Chapter 1, which is scheduled to hit theaters on October 2, 2025. The first film in the series, Kantara, garnered immense popularity and earned Shetty a National Award for his portrayal of a character deeply involved in the practice of local deity worship. His performance and the film’s success led to widespread recognition across India, raising high expectations for the prequel.
