Mumbai: Filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga has showered praise on Rishab Shetty’s latest release, Kantara: Chapter 1, calling it a “true masterpiece” and an unparalleled cinematic experience.
Taking to X, Vanga shared a heartfelt note about the prequel shortly after its theatrical release. “INDIAN cinema has never seen anything like this before. It’s a cinematic thunderstorm—raw, divine, and unshakable,” he wrote.
Vanga also lauded Rishab Shetty, highlighting his singular vision and effort. “A true one-man show, crafted and carried single-handedly,” he said, while also appreciating the film’s music by B Ajaneesh Loknath for adding depth to the cinematic journey. Responding to Vanga’s praise, Shetty tweeted, “Thank you, brother.”
In another post, Shetty reflected on the film’s remarkable opening day. “From struggling to get one evening show in 2016 to 5000+ housefull shows in 2025. This journey is nothing but your love, support, and God’s grace. Forever grateful to every single person who made this possible,” he shared on X.
Fans echoed the admiration, applauding Shetty’s dedication and journey. One viewer wrote, “You deserve every bit of it. Just came out of the cinema. I still can’t believe what I witnessed and am still shaking. I don’t think anybody else can even match 1% of what you have done in Kantara Chapter 1.”
Film analyst Taran Adarsh also praised the film’s spectacle, noting its blend of mythology, folklore, stunning visuals, and compelling storytelling. “Right from its opening sequence, #KantaraChapter1 transports you into a world that is raw, divine, and majestic… The narrative is layered, the emotions run deep, and the spiritual connection is strong. #RishabShetty once again proves he is one of the finest storytellers of our times… His grip on subject, scale, and emotion is simply extraordinary,” he wrote.
Written and directed by Rishab Shetty, Kantara: Chapter 1 released on Thursday, October 2, across multiple languages, including Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English.
