Rishab Shetty's wife Pragathi on 'Kantara: Chapter 1': It wasn't just about costumes
Mumbai, Oct 29
Pragathi Shetty, wife of filmmaker-actor Rishab Shetty, has penned a note showcasing gratitude to the creative team behind Kantara Chapter 1.
Pragathi, who had a brief guest appearance as a woman in Bangra, shared appreciation for the artisans and designers who brought the film's world to life.
Heaping praise on their unwavering passion and craftsmanship, Pragathi, who shared a string of pictures with the costume crew, wrote: "Every frame of Kantara Chapter 1 shines with the dedication of an extraordinary team who poured their hearts into every thread and texture."
Pragathi extended a heartfelt thank you to the designer team, costume, armour and crown makers; jewellery artisans and leather workers for turning "ideas into tradition-rich art."
"A heartfelt thank you to my amazing designer team, costumers, armour makers, crown makers, Jewellery makers and leather workers who turned ideas into tradition-rich art. From the first sketch to the final drape, every piece was a labor of love rooted in authenticity and culture."
She added: "Your attention to detail, passion, and teamwork made each character come alive. It wasn't just about costumes it was about bringing the world of #KantaraChapter1 to life.."
"Kantara: A Legend - Chapter 1" also stars Jayaram, Rukmini Vasanth, and Gulshan Devaiah. A prequel to the 2022 film Kantara, the story delves deeper into the origins of the tradition and ancestral conflict introduced in the first film.
Set in pre-colonial coastal Karnataka, the film explores the ancient roots of the Bhuta Kola ritual and the lore and history explored in the first film released in 2022. Like its predecessor, the prequel blends regional folklore, spirituality, and action, continuing the saga of man's relationship with nature and the divine.
Meanwhile, Kantara, which was released in 2022, centres around Bhuta Kola, a traditional form of worship practiced in the region. It follows a Kambala champion who clashes with an upright forest officer, leading to a larger conflict involving sacred land, ancestral legacy, and the balance between nature and man-made law.
— IANS
Reader Comments
As someone from coastal Karnataka, I'm so proud that our traditions and Bhuta Kola are being showcased on such a grand scale. The attention to detail in the first film was incredible - every piece of jewellery and costume felt authentic to our heritage.
It's refreshing to see a filmmaker's family being so involved and appreciative of the entire team. Most times only the actors and director get credit, but movies are made by hundreds of talented people working behind the scenes.
Kantara was a masterpiece that showed the world the richness of our Indian culture beyond just Bollywood. Hope Chapter 1 maintains the same authenticity and doesn't commercialize the cultural elements too much. The first film set a very high standard!
The leather workers and jewellery artisans deserve so much recognition! These traditional crafts are dying and films like Kantara help preserve and showcase them to new generations. Jai Ho to all the artisans! ðŸ‘
As someone who watched Kantara without knowing much about Karnataka culture, I was blown away by the visual storytelling. The costumes weren't just clothing - they were characters themselves. Looking forward to learning more about the traditions in the prequel.
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