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Sandeep Reddy Vanga has showered massive praise on Rishab Shetty's Kantara prequel, calling it a true masterpiece. The Animal director described the film as an unprecedented cinematic thunderstorm that Indian cinema has never witnessed before. Vanga particularly highlighted Shetty's one-man show performance and the film's divine, raw quality. Meanwhile, Rishab Shetty expressed gratitude for the overwhelming response, reflecting on his journey from struggling for single shows to massive housefull screenings.

Key Points: Sandeep Reddy Vanga Calls Kantara Chapter 1 Masterpiece

  • Vanga describes the film as raw and divine cinematic thunderstorm
  • He calls it a true one-man show crafted single-handedly by Rishab Shetty
  • Film analyst Taran Adarsh praises the layered narrative and spiritual connection
  • Rishab Shetty reflects on journey from struggling for shows to 5000+ housefull screenings
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Sandeep Reddy Vanga calls Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1' a true masterpiece, says Indian cinema has never seen anything like this

Animal director Sandeep Reddy Vanga praises Rishab Shetty's Kantara prequel as unprecedented cinematic thunderstorm that Indian cinema has never seen before.

"INDIAN cinema has never seen anything like this before. It's a cinematic thunderstorm, raw, divine, and unshakable - Sandeep Reddy Vanga"

Mumbai, October 3

Filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga has heaped praise on Rishab Shetty's latest film, 'Kantara: Chapter 1', calling it a "true masterpiece" and describing it as an unprecedented cinematic experience.

Taking to his X handle, Vanga penned a heartfelt note for the 'Kantara' prequel, not long after the film opened in theatres.

"INDIAN cinema has never seen anything like this before. It's a cinematic thunderstorm, raw, divine, and unshakable," Vanga wrote.

https://x.com/imvangasandeep/status/1973854096504553606

Vanga also gave a shoutout to actor-director Rishab Shetty, stating that he delivers a "true one-man show, crafted and carried single-handedly."

Vanga expressed admiration for the film's music score by B Ajaneesh Loknath, adding another layer to the cinematic experience. Responding to the praise, Shetty replied, "Thank you, brother," on X.

https://x.com/shetty_rishab/status/1973855982460731898

In a separate tweet, Rishab Shetty expressed his emotions upon the film's performance on its opening day. "From struggling to get one evening show in 2016 to 5000+ housefull shows in 2025. This journey is nothing but your love, support, and God's grace. Forever grateful to every single person who made this possible," he wrote on X.

https://x.com/shetty_rishab/status/1973835175848255509

Fans couldn't help but hail the actor's hard work and journey over the years. One wrote, "You deserve every bit of it. Just came out of the cinema. I still can't believe what I witnessed and am still shaking. I don't think anybody else can even match 1% of what you have done in Kantara Ch1."

According to film analyst Taran Adarsh, 'Kantara: Chapter 1' delivered a stunning spectacle, blending mythology, folklore, breathtaking visuals, and powerful storytelling. "Right from its opening sequence, #KantaraChapter1 transports you into a world that is raw, divine, and majestic... The narrative is layered, the emotions run deep, and the spiritual connection is strong. #RishabShetty once again proves he is one of the finest storytellers of our times... His grip on subject, scale, and emotion is simply extraordinary," he wrote.

Written and directed by Rishab Shetty, 'Kantara: Chapter 1' was released on Thursday, October 2, across multiple languages, including Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Rishab Shetty's journey from struggling for shows to 5000+ housefull shows is truly inspiring. This shows what dedication and belief in our culture can achieve. More power to regional cinema! 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
While I appreciate the praise, calling it "unprecedented" might be a bit much. We've had many great mythological films in Indian cinema. But yes, the visual storytelling is definitely outstanding.
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Arjun K
The music by B Ajaneesh Loknath is pure magic! It transports you to another world. Watching this in theaters was a spiritual experience. Can't wait to watch it again this weekend! 🔥
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Kavya N
So proud to see Kannada cinema getting this recognition! Rishab Shetty is truly a gem who's showcasing our rich cultural heritage to the world. Booking tickets for my family today itself!
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Michael C
The way this film blends traditional storytelling with modern cinematic techniques is remarkable. It's refreshing to see filmmakers exploring India's diverse cultural roots rather than just urban stories.

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