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Mint
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
Rishab Shetty narrowly escapes boat mishap at Mani Dam reservoir during Kantara Chapter 1 shoot? Makers react
Actor Rishabh Shetty's Kantara 2, aka Kantara Chapter 1 continues to make news with its one after another incident on the sets. Recent reports have surfaced claiming that actor-director Rishab Shetty and his crew narrowly escaped a major accident during the shoot. Reportedly, they were filming in the Mani Dam reservoir in Karnataka. Reportedly, the incident happened when a boat carrying Rishab and more than 30 crew people capsized in the shallow water of the reservoir. It is said that all of them including the lead actor didn't sustain any injury. Reacting to it, the makers of Kantara Chapter 1 issued a statement. Denying any fatal accident on the sets, the executive producer Adarsh told The New Indian Express, 'No one was on the boat when it tipped over, and no accidents took place.' He said that the boat which was used as a backdrop, capsized due to strong winds and rain. However, no one was near it at the time when the incident took place. Adarsh added, "The Kantara shoot is happening in Mani reservoir. We had set up a ship for background visuals. On June 14, due to wind and rain, the ship tipped over. But our team members were not around it, and the actual shooting spot was away from that location. Everyone is safe, and shooting continues as planned.' He also assured that strict safety protocols have been put in place to ensure safety. 'We obtained all necessary permissions and had safety measures like speed boats, fishermen, swimmers, scuba divers, and life jackets on standby. We didn't shoot in the water,' he added. The executive producer also said, "Our cameras were safe, and if they had sunk, we wouldn't have been able to continue shooting. The police also inspected the area and confirmed that no mishap had occurred.' Kantara Chapter 1 also stars Jayaram, Kishore, Jayasurya and Jisshu Sengupta. It is a prequel to Rishabh's 2022 National Award-winning film Kantara, hence it is titled as Kantara Chapter 1, aka Kantara 2. The film is scheduled to release in theatrical on October 2, 2025. It is produced by Vijay Kiragandur and Chaluve Gowda under Hombale Films.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
‘Kantara Chapter 1' Makers deny boat accident during shoot, confirm crew and equipment are safe
Picture Credit: X The team behind Rishab Shetty 's highly anticipated film 'Kantara Chapter 1' has officially denied reports of a boat mishap during the shoot at the Mani Dam reservoir in Karnataka. Earlier claims had suggested that a boat carrying Rishab Shetty and around 30 crew members had capsized, raising concerns about safety on set. However, the film's executive producer has now clarified that these reports are entirely false and misleading. According to a statement published by The New Indian Express, executive producer Adarsh JA explained that no one was on the boat when it tipped over and that it was not in use for any active filming at the time. 'The 'Kantara' shoot is happening in the Mani reservoir. We had set up a ship for background visuals. On June 14, due to strong wind and rain, the ship tipped over. But our team members were not near it, and the actual shooting location was far from that spot. Everyone is safe, and filming continues as planned,' said Adarsh JA. The filmmakers also addressed speculation that the shoot had been halted due to the incident. Adarsh assured that production is progressing smoothly and that all necessary permissions have been obtained. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like New Container Houses Brazil (Prices May Surprise You) Container House | Search Ads Search Now Undo The team has implemented extensive safety protocols, including standby speed boats, fishermen, swimmers, scuba divers, and life jackets to ensure the crew's well-being. He further noted that none of the film equipment or cameras were affected. 'Had the gear sunk, we wouldn't be able to continue shooting,' he emphasized. Local authorities have since inspected the area and confirmed that no mishap took place. A Prequel on a Grand Scale 'Kantara: Chapter 1' is being produced on a much larger scale than its predecessor and serves as a prequel to the 2022 mythological folklore hit 'Kantara', which won both critical and commercial acclaim for its rooted storytelling and spiritual themes. The film is slated for a theatrical release on October 2, and expectations are high as fans eagerly await to witness the origin story that expands the mystical universe introduced in the original.
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
'No accidents took place': Kantara Chapter 1 makers dismiss boat capsizing accident on sets of Rishab Shetty's film
The makers of Kantara Chapter 1 have now issued a formal clarification on the latest news of a boat toppling over on the sets of the film. It was previously reported that Rishab Shetty, along with 30 other crew members, were on board when the vessel capsized, and they were able to escape unhurt. However, it turns out that there was no fatal accident at play on the sets of the film in the first place. Kantara Chapter 1 producer issues clarification on alleged boat accident According to a report by The New Indian Express, the executive producer of the movie, Adarsh JA, has sought to dispel the untrue rumors. He highlighted that there was no one on the boat when it toppled over inside the Mani Dam reservoirs. He added that the water vessel capsized due to strong winds and rain, and that there was absolutely no one around it when the incident occurred; therefore, there were no casualties. Moreover, Adarsh mentioned that the boat was a part of the background and not actively part of the film's shoot. He said, 'No one was on the boat when it tipped over, and no accidents took place,' he assured. Due to strong winds and rain, the ship set used as a backdrop had capsized, but since no one was near it at the time, there were no casualties or harm to the crew.' Kantara Chapter 1 shooting not halted, confirms producer The producer went on to clarify that reports stating the film's shooting came to a halt after the accident are incorrect. He reiterated that the incident occurred far away from the actual shooting spot and thus filming continued as per schedule. Assuring the safety of every actor, crew member, and everyone who's a part of the shoot, Adarsh remarked that all necessary permissions have been taken to shoot any kind of scene in water. Moreover, he assured the availability of safety gear at the shooting spot to prevent any mishaps that might occur. He added, 'But our team members were not around it, and the actual shooting spot was away from that location. Everyone is safe, and shooting continues as planned.' More about Kantara Chapter 1 Returning to the film, it is a prequel to the 2022 National Award-winning film Kantara. Rishab Shetty remains in the lead role for the movie, much like the sequel itself, which he also wrote and directed. Kanatar Chapter 1 is slated for a theatrical release on October 2, 2025.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Hosanagara tahsildar issues notice to Hombale Films after boat mishap
Shivamogga: The Hosanagara tahsildar on Monday served a notice to Hombale Films, the producer of 'Kantara', after a boat carrying actor-director Rishab Shetty and crew members capsized during shoot. The notice mandates the production company to furnish comprehensive details about the incident along with pertinent documentation within a three-day timeframe. The document further indicates that non-compliance could result in a recommendation to superior authorities for revoking the filming authorisation in the Varahi backwaters in Hosanagar taluk. Tahsildar H Rashmi confirmed that failing to submit the required documentation would prompt the administration to correspond with higher officials regarding the cancellation of filming permissions. The notice highlighted that the production team proceeded with filming beyond the Maani reservoir without submitting necessary documents to both taluk and district administrative offices.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Wife Pragathi calls, Rishab's father role "His most beautiful role yet," as he feeds Kids in a wholesome Father's Day video
Picture Credit: Instagram 'Kantara' actor Rishab Shetty played an intense on-screen role, but off-screen, he's all heart, especially when it comes to family. On the occasion of Father's Day , his wife Pragathi Shetty gave fans a touching glimpse into the actor's softer side by sharing a wholesome moment on Instagram. In the video with a touching melody in the background, Rishab is seen tenderly feeding his children, old son Ranvit and younger daughter Raadya, sharing a calm and intimate moment. The actor is seen dressed casually and focused solely on his little ones. With the video, his wife shared the caption, "Happy Father's Day to the man who leads with strength, loves with patience, and protects with all his heart. Watching you be a father is the most beautiful role I've seen you play and the one that touches our lives the deepest. We're so lucky to call you ours. @rishabshettyofficial" The 41-year-old actor often shares moments with his children and prefers spending time with his family at home, visiting temples, or going on quiet family getaways. On the work front, Rishab Shetty is currently shooting for 'Kantara: Chapter 1', the much-anticipated prequel to his 2021 blockbuster. The film will be a prequel to the story of the first instalment and will explore the past of the mystical forest. In other news, the filming of the movie hasn't been without challenges. Recently, according to a report by NDTV, in a shooting mishap, a boat carrying Rishab and 30 crew members overturned in Karnataka's Mani reservoir. Thankfully, everyone escaped unhurt, though valuable filming equipment was lost. The report further suggests that the local authorities are currently investigating the scene.
