Mumbai, Oct 18 (NationPress) Following the triumph of “Kantara: Chapter 1”, actor and filmmaker Rishab Shetty made a pilgrimage to the ancient Mundeshwari Temple in Bihar to convey his appreciation. Photos capturing Rishab at the temple revealed him engaging in aarti and smiling beside the holy site. He also participated in the coronation ceremony of Maa Mundeshwari, fully immersing himself in the temple's sacred ambiance.

A close associate of Rishab shared with IANS: “This temple is the oldest in the world, and Kantara draws from one of India's most profound narratives. The film also connects to Mata Chamundi, which motivated his visit.”

The Mundeshwari Devi Temple has been an Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) protected site since 1915. This historic temple is believed to honor goddess Durga and god Shiva, and is regarded as the oldest continuously functioning Hindu temple globally.

The creative ensemble behind “Kantara: Chapter 1” features music director B. Ajaneesh Loknath, cinematographer Arvind Kashyap, and production designer Vinesh Banglan.

Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 is an epic mythological action film helmed by Rishab Shetty. The cast includes Rishab Shetty, along with Jayaram, Rukmini Vasanth, and Gulshan Devaiah.

This prequel to the 2022 film Kantara delves deeper into the origins of the tradition and ancestral conflict introduced in the original film.

Set against the backdrop of pre-colonial coastal Karnataka, the narrative explores the ancient roots of the Buta Kola ritual and the lore presented in the first film. Similar to its predecessor, the prequel intertwines regional folklore, spirituality, and action, continuing the exploration of humanity's connection with nature and the divine.

Released on October 2 across several languages including Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English.

In the meantime, Kantara premiered in 2022, showcasing Rishab in dual roles alongside Sapthami Gowda, Kishore, and Achyuth Kumar.