Amaran director Rajkumar Periasamy has joined the growing list of celebrities praising Rishab Shetty’s much-loved prequel, Kantara: Chapter 1. The filmmaker recently took to social media to share his thoughts after watching glimpses of the film.
Calling it a “visual spectacle,” he lauded the movie’s breathtaking scale, stunning visuals, and gripping narrative.
Kantara Chapter 1 Is A ‘Visual Spectacle’: Amaran Director
Periasamy wrore on X, “#KantaraChapter1 is a ‘visual spectacle’ rooted in mystic culture and folklore. Director & Actor @shetty_rishab keeps us immersed in it from the 1st min and beyond the last minute of the film through his craft and passionate performance. Congrats and respect to the visionary producer @VKiragandur sir, everyone at @hombalefilms, @ChaluveG for making yet another massive venture!”
Praising the supporting cast and crew members, he added, “@gulshandevaiah @rukminitweets #Jayaram sir’s performances stand out! Brilliance and dedication of hundreds of actors, technicians, @AJANEESHB’s music, #ArvindKashyap’s cinematography @Banglan16034849’s production design, #ArjunMaster #TodorLazarov ‘s action choreography, @PragathiRShetty’s costume design, VFX teams’ work, #SureshMallaiah’s edit carry this magical transcending dream successfully! Kudos to the entire team’s efforts.”
More About Kantara
Kantara: Chapter 1 released in theatres on October 2, on the auspicious occasion of Dussehra. The film serves as a prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara.
Directed by Rishab himself, the movie is set during the Kadamba dynasty and showcases the region’s spiritual and cultural heritage, focusing on its ancient customs and traditions.