Kantara Chapter 1 team Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth, Pragathi Shetty pose together in flight

Kantara Chapter 1 team Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth, Pragathi Shetty pose together in flight

The excitement around Kantara Chapter 1 continues to build as the film’s cast and crew share glimpses of their journey together. Recently, actor-director Rishab Shetty and actress Rukmini Vasanth were spotted traveling with the team on a private flight, a moment that has now gone viral on social media.

The picture, shared by actor Avinash R on Instagram, shows the core members of the Kantara crew smiling and relaxed mid-journey.

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Rukmini Vasanth, who plays a pivotal role in the upcoming chapter, is seen seated beside the team, while Rishab Shetty, the driving creative force of the franchise, beams with his co-stars and collaborators. The casual yet warm photograph captures the camaraderie and collective excitement behind one of the most anticipated Kannada films of 2025.

Fans quickly flooded the post with comments, celebrating the reunion of the team that made Kantara a cultural phenomenon. The film’s first installment broke barriers by combining folklore, spirituality, and rooted storytelling with a cinematic scale rarely seen in regional cinema. With Chapter 1, the makers have promised to go deeper into the mythos and origins of the story, tracing events that shaped the legendary tale.

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Rukmini Vasanth’s involvement in the project has also drawn attention, as she is widely recognized for her natural performances and screen presence. Her pairing with Rishab Shetty is being closely watched by audiences who are eager to see the new character dynamics unfold.

This flight picture is more than just a travel snapshot, it signals the close-knit bond of a team that’s preparing to deliver another cinematic experience that could potentially match, if not surpass, the impact of the original.

Kantara Chapter 1 released on October 1, 2025, and has been performing strongly at the box office. Within just two days of its release, the film has collected over Rs 1 crore net across India, marking an impressive start for a Kannada film with pan-India reach. With positive word-of-mouth and strong audience turnout, the movie is expected to maintain momentum in the coming weeks and add significantly to its tally.