HomeEntertainmentRegionalFilmmaker Atlee hails Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1, 'It’s an unbelievable film, oh my god, what he has pulled!'

Filmmaker Atlee hails Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1, 'It’s an unbelievable film, oh my god, what he has pulled!'

Filmmaker Atlee praises Rishab Shetty’s Kantara, calling it “unbelievable” and a confidence booster for filmmakers across India.

October 10, 2025 / 22:32 IST
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Atlee hails Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1
Atlee hails Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1

Atlee the acclaimed director of Jawan and Theri recently opened up about his admiration for Rishab Shetty’s Kantara, calling it “an unbelievable film” that shook him to the core.

“I loved Kantara, I spoke to Rishab, and I loved the film—it’s an unbelievable film, oh my god, what he has pulled, oh my god,” Atlee said, his excitement almost spilling over. “It has given great confidence to the filmmakers, and I'm really happy for Kantara.”

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For anyone who’s seen the movie, the enthusiasm makes sense. Kantara, written, directed, and headlined by Rishab Shetty, became more than just a box office hit—it turned into a cultural event.

Kantara: A Cultural Phenomenon That Redefined Indian Storytelling