Telugu superstar Allu Arjun is the latest to join the growing list of admirers of Rishab Shetty’s much-acclaimed film Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1. Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) account, the actor penned a heartfelt note praising the movie and its team, calling it a “mind-blowing film” that left him “in a trance.”
“Watched #Kantara last night. Wow, what a mind-blowing film. I was in a trance watching it,” Arjun wrote, lauding Rishab Shetty for his remarkable triple act as writer, director, and lead actor. “He excelled in every craft,” the Pushpa star added, showering admiration on Shetty’s multifaceted contribution to the film.
Allu Arjun didn’t stop there — he extended his appreciation to the rest of the cast and crew, mentioning Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, and Gulshan Devaiah for their performances. He also praised the technicians for their standout work, giving special mentions to music composer B. Ajaneesh Loknath, cinematographer Aravind S. Kashyap, art director Dharani Gange Putra, and stunt coordinator Arjun Raj.
Produced by Vijay Kiragandur under Hombale Films, Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 released on October 2 and serves as a prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara, which became a cultural phenomenon for its rooted storytelling and divine folklore elements.
Concluding his post, Allu Arjun wrote, “Honestly, words fall short to describe the experience. Lots of love, admiration, and respect.”
With Allu Arjun’s glowing endorsement, Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 continues to soar in popularity, bridging audiences across languages and reaffirming Rishab Shetty’s place as one of India’s most visionary filmmakers.