- By Aarushi Raina
- Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:05 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Kantara Chapter 1 Update: Following the tragic stampede in Karur, Tamil Nadu, which occurred on September 27 during a political rally of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), the makers of Kantara Chapter 1 have announced the decision to cancel the pre-release promotional event in Chennai. Rishab Shetty and the team of the upcoming mythological thriller were scheduled to attend the event tomorrow, September 30. However, they have now released an official statement, expressing their solidarity with those affected by the tragedy.
Kantara Makers Cancel Pre-Release Event In Chennai
Taking to the official Instagram handle, production banner Hombale Films shared this update through a statement. The post read, "In view of the recent unfortunate incident, we have decided to cancel our Kantara Chapter 1 promotional event scheduled in Chennai tomorrow. We believe this is a time for reflection and solidarity with those affected. Our deepest condolences and prayers are with the families impacted. We are grateful for your understanding and support, and we look forward to meeting our audience in Tamil Nadu at a more appropriate time.”
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Following the stampede, which claimed the lives of 40 people, including women and children, actor Vijay announced financial assistance of Rs 20 lakh to the bereaved families and Rs 2 lakh to those injured in the unfortunate stampede.
He wrote on his X, “This is indeed an irreparable loss for us. No matter who offers words of comfort, the loss of our loved ones is unbearable. Yet, as a member of your family, I intend to provide 20 lakh rupees to each family that has lost a loved one and 2 lakh rupees to those who are injured and receiving treatment. This amount is, of course, not significant in the face of such a loss. Still, at this moment, it is my duty as one who belongs to your family to stand by you, my dear ones, with a heavy heart.”
About Kantara Chapter 1
The film promises to be a gripping mythological journey. The upcoming movie is written and directed by Rishab Shetty with a creative team that includes music director B. Ajaneesh Loknath, cinematographer Arvind Kashyap, and production designer Vinesh Banglan.
Kantara Chapter 1 is scheduled to hit theatres worldwide on October 2 and will release in multiple languages, including Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English. Ahead of its theatrical run, the film is already receiving a positive response in advance bookings.