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8.2
Hombale Films Acclaimed

Kantara

Kantara Universe · Kantara Cinematic Collection

2022 148 min UA
Critic8.2
Action Adventure Drama Thriller
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Overview

When a greedy forest officer clashes with a local Kambala champion in a coastal Karnataka village, the traditional balance and divine fury of the local folklore are unleashed.
Overall 8.2

Editorial Review

By FindEdition Cinema Desk

8.2 /10

Pros

  • Electrifying climax performance by Rishab Shetty
  • Unique blending of local folklore and high-energy drama

Cons

  • Pacing in the first half takes time to establish regional nuances
Verdict A spellbinding cinematic experience blending deep-rooted folklore with a riveting narrative.

AI Review

A breathtaking exploration of indigenous culture, forest rights, and divine intervention set against coastal Karnataka.

A spellbinding cinematic experience blending deep-rooted folklore with a riveting narrative.

A must-watch masterpiece for global cinema enthusiasts.

Awards

National Film Award

Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment

National Film Award

Best Actor (Rishab Shetty)

Timeline

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National Film Award

Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment

National Film Award

Best Actor (Rishab Shetty)

Streaming

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Cast

Rishab Shetty Kaadubettu Shiva
Sapthami Gowda Leela
Kishore DM Murali Kumar
Achyuth Kumar Devendra Suttannaya
Pramod Shetty Sudha

Characters

Kaadubettu Shiva Rishab Shetty
Leela Sapthami Gowda
DM Murali Kumar Kishore
Devendra Suttannaya Achyuth Kumar
Sudha Pramod Shetty

Crew

Rishab Shetty Director / Writer
Vijay Kiragandur Producer
B. Ajaneesh Loknath Music Composer
Arvind S. Kashyap Cinematographer

Videos

Official Trailer

Soundtrack

  1. Varaha Roopam — Sai Vignesh, B. Ajaneesh Loknath

Trivia

  • Kantara became one of the highest-grossing Kannada films of all time, turning into a massive pan-India phenomenon.

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Universe

Kantara Universe

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Franchise

Kantara Universe

The foundational film that launched the Kantara franchise.

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