September 30, 2022 (Kannada); October 14, 2022 (Hindi).
Critics widely praised the background score by B. Ajaneesh Loknath and the cinematography by Arvind S. Kashyap . Prequel: Kantara: Chapter 1
The narrative spans three timelines centered in the village of Keradi:
, subtitled "A Legend," is a landmark Indian action thriller that blends coastal Karnataka folklore with a "man vs. nature" conflict. Written and directed by Rishab Shetty , who also stars in the lead role, the film became a massive commercial and critical phenomenon, grossing over ₹400–450 crore worldwide. Movie Overview
Produced by Hombale Films (known for the KGF series) with a budget of approximately ₹16 crore.
Rishab Shetty (dual role as Shiva/Annappa), Sapthami Gowda (Leela), Kishore (Murali), and Achyuth Kumar (Devendra Suttooru).
The king's descendant attempts to reclaim the land, leading to his mysterious death.
Shiva , a reckless youth, clashes with Murali , a forest officer trying to convert tribal land into a government reserve. The conflict escalates when the local landlord, Devendra, betrays the villagers to seize the land himself. The film culminates in a supernatural climax where Shiva is possessed by the demigods to deliver divine justice. Critical Success & Awards