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}} {{Infobox film
| name           = Kantara
| image          = Kantara_film_poster.jpg
| caption        = Theatrical release poster
| director       = Rishab Shetty
| producer       = Vijay Kiragandur
| writer         = Rishab Shetty
| screenplay     = Rishab Shetty
| story          = Rishab Shetty
| dialogues      = Rishab Shetty
| starring       = Rishab Shetty<br>Achyuth Kumar<br>Kishore<br>Sapthami Gowda
| music          = B. Ajaneesh Loknath
| cinematography = Arvind S. Kashyap
| editing        = K. M. Prakash<br>Pratheek Shetty
| studio         = Hombale Films
| distributor    = Hombale Films
| released       = 30 September 2022
| runtime        = 150 minutes
| country        = [[India]]
| language       = Kannada
| budget         = ₹16 crore
| gross          = ₹450 crore (approx.)
| genre          = Action / Thriller / Folklore
}}'''Kantara''' is a 2022 Indian [[Kannada cinema|Kannada-language]] action thriller film written and directed by [[Rishab Shetty]]. Produced by [[Vijay Kiragandur]] under [[Hombale Films]], the film stars Rishab Shetty, Kishore, Achyuth Kumar, and Sapthami Gowda. The film blends folklore, Bhoota Kola tradition, and action drama, receiving critical acclaim for its storytelling, cinematography, and music. 

== Plot ==
The story is set in a coastal Karnataka village where Bhoota Kola (a traditional folk performance) is central to the beliefs of the people. Shiva (Rishab Shetty), a young man, initially resists his ancestral duty to perform Bhoota Kola. As land disputes arise between villagers and forest officials, Shiva is forced to confront his destiny, embracing his cultural roots in a divine and dramatic climax.  

== Cast ==
* Rishab Shetty as Shiva / Kaadubettu Shiva  
* Sapthami Gowda as Leela  
* Kishore as Muralidhar, Forest Officer  
* Achyuth Kumar as Devendra Suttur  
* Pramod Shetty as Sudhakara  

== Production ==
The film was announced by Hombale Films with Rishab Shetty as director and lead actor. Filming took place in coastal Karnataka, with extensive use of natural landscapes to capture the essence of folklore traditions. Arvind S. Kashyap handled cinematography, while B. Ajaneesh Loknath composed the score.  

== Soundtrack ==
The soundtrack and background score, composed by B. Ajaneesh Loknath, played a vital role in the film’s impact. Songs like "Varaha Roopam" became immensely popular.  

== Release ==
''Kantara'' was released on ''30 September 2022'' in Kannada, later dubbed into Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam due to high demand.

== Marketing ==
The film gained popularity through word of mouth, social media buzz, and its strong cultural theme connecting with audiences across India.  

== Reception ==
''Kantara'' received widespread acclaim for its unique storytelling, performances, and cultural representation. Critics praised Rishab Shetty’s acting and direction.  

=== Critical response ===
Reviewers highlighted the film’s blend of folklore and action. Many critics called it one of the finest Kannada films of the decade.  

=== Box office ===
The film was made on a modest budget of ''₹16 crore'' and grossed over ''₹450 crore worldwide'', becoming one of the ''highest-grossing Kannada films of all time''.

== External links ==
* [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15327088/ IMDb] 

== See also ==
* [[Jolly LLB 2]] 
* [[Kantara 2]]
* [[Coolie]] 

== References ==
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[[Category:Indian films]]  
[[Category:Kannada-language films]]  
[[Category:2022 films]]  
[[Category:Indian action thriller films]]  
[[Category:Films shot in Karnataka]]  
[[Category:Hombale Films productions]]  
[[Category:Films directed by Rishab Shetty]]