Rishab Shetty is basking in the overwhelming response of his recent release, Kantara Chapter 1, which hit the screens on October 2, 2025. However, just hours after its release, the film was leaked online and was available to watch on unauthorised websites. Now, Rishab Shetty and the makers have issued a statement against the leak, appealing to audiences and fans not to support piracy. They mentioned that it harmed the film and also the dreams and efforts of thousands who worked tirelessly to bring the film to life.
Rishab Shetty breaks silence on Kantara Chapter 1 leak
Taking to its social media, Rishab Shetty, posted a message with read, “Dear Kantara Family and Cinema Lovers, KantaraChapter1 is as much yours as ours, and your love has made it truly unforgettable. We humbly request you not to share/record videos from the film and not to encourage piracy. Let’s keep the magic of Kantara alive in theatres, so everyone can feel it the way it was meant to be.”
He also shared a statement, which read, “Dear Kantara family and cinema lovers, From the beginning, Kantara has been yours as much as ours. Your love and support have carried this journey forward. We humbly request you not to support piracy. It not only harms the film but also the dreams and efforts of thousands who worked tirelessly to bring it to life.”
“We also kindly ask fans not to record or share videos from theatres, even with good intentions, it takes away the magic of cinema. Kantara Chapter 1 was created for the big screen for you to feel every sound, every frame, every emotion as it was meant to be. Let`s protect this journey together and keep Kantara an unforgettable experience in theatres,” the statement added.
Kantara Chapter 1 leaked
On Thursday afternoon, ABP News reported that Kantara Chapter 1 had fallen prey to piracy websites on the internet. Following the leak, it was reportedly available on platforms such as Tamilrockers, Filmyzilla, Movierulez, and Moviesda. In addition to this, unauthorised versions of the film are also being circulated on several Telegram channels.
Kantara: Chapter 1 released worldwide on October 2 in Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Hindi, and English. It is written and directed by Rishab Shetty and produced by Vijay Kiragandur. The film marks the much-awaited prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara. The movie features Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth and Jayaram in the lead roles.
