Pan India film ‘Kantara Chapter 1’ is being shot in Karnataka, but today a sad news related to the film has come to light. Many actors of the film have become victims of accidents. It is being told that the bus of actors returning from the set after shooting overturned. Many junior artists have suffered serious injuries in this accident. Six junior actors of ‘Kantara’ prequel have been injured when a bus overturned in Udupi district. Information about this matter was given by the police on Monday. Police is investigating the matter. The injured have been taken to the hospital for treatment.
Police gave information
According to the police, the mini bus carrying the film team overturned near Jadkal on Sunday night. “The incident took place when they were returning to Kollur after completing the shooting at Mudur in Jadkal,” a police official said. There were 20 junior artists in the mini bus. According to police, after the incident, the injured were taken to hospitals in Jadkal and Kundapur for treatment. Kollur police is investigating the matter. At present, no official statement has been issued by the film makers. It is expected that the production house will take the responsibility of the treatment of these actors.
Information related to the film
Let us tell you, ‘Kantara’ was released in the year 2022. People liked this film a lot. Made with a modest budget of Rs 16 crore, this film earned Rs 207 crore. The 2 hours 30 minutes film was based on a mythological folk story. Cinematography, brilliant direction and story line entertained people a lot. The film was directed by Rishabh Shetty and he was also the lead hero of the film. It was produced by Hombale Films. This film also received two National Awards. Now its prequel is also coming. There is a lot of buzz about the film. Fans have been curious since the announcement. ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ will be released on October 2, 2025. In this also Rishabh Shetty is in the lead role.
Input: PTI