**How Much Did Rishab Shetty Charge for ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’?**
*By Shreya Mukherjee | Oct 01, 2025, 05:41 PM*
Rishab Shetty, who both directed and starred in the blockbuster *Kantara*, is back with the next installment in this fascinating world of folklore — *Kantara: Chapter 1*. While no one expected the first film to gain such massive acclaim, anticipation is now high for this prequel.
### No Upfront Remuneration: A Unique Approach
According to reports by Siasat, Shetty did not take any upfront remuneration for his work on *Kantara: Chapter 1*. Instead, he chose to base his earnings on the film’s box office performance. This move highlights his confidence in the project’s success and his dedication to storytelling over immediate financial rewards.
### Financial Commitment to the Project
Shetty personally invested his own money into *Kantara: Chapter 1*, which was produced on a budget of ₹125 crore. This substantial investment underscores his belief in the film’s potential and his commitment to delivering an authentic cinematic experience.
The film serves as a prequel to the critically acclaimed *Kantara* that released in 2022, continuing to explore the rich folklore and mythology that captivated audiences previously.
### About *Kantara: Chapter 1*
In this mythological thriller, Shetty plays a fierce Naga Sadhu — a warrior-mystic tasked with bridging the divide between mortals and the divine. Set during the Kadamba period in Karnataka, the film delves into themes of ancient rituals, supernatural forces, and tribal struggles.
Co-starring alongside Shetty are Gulshan Devaiah and Rukmini Vasanth, with the film set to premiere on Thursday.
### A Meticulous Filmmaking Process
Speaking to *India Today*, Shetty shared insights into his detailed approach to making *Kantara: Chapter 1*. He emphasized the importance of realism and cinematic authenticity when portraying a story set in the 4th and 5th centuries.
> “The research and planning in setting up such a story, before the year 1600, is very different. We were very particular about the looks, backdrop, sets, character behavior, and language,” Shetty explained.
### Community Involvement: A Film Village
Shetty also revealed that the entire village of Kundapura, Kerari in Karnataka, played a vital role in the filmmaking process.
> “Everyone in my village was involved in the filmmaking process. It was like a film village, if not a film city. It felt like the whole town had become a studio,” he shared.
### Multi-Language Release
*Kantara: Chapter 1* will be released across multiple languages, including Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English, ensuring that audiences nationwide will have access to this epic tale.
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With its rich storytelling, strong community roots, and Shetty’s unwavering dedication, *Kantara: Chapter 1* is poised to capture hearts once again and further cement the franchise’s legacy.
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