Kantara Star Rishab Shetty Foregoes Fees for Prequel

With the release of the Kantara prequel, Kantara: Chapter 1, just around the corner on October 2, 2025, the production of the film has been shrouded in an intriguing mystery. The latest development is that the lead actor and director of the film, Rishab Shetty, has not charged any fees for his work on the project.

According to a source close to the production, Rishab Shetty has foregone any upfront payment and will instead be profit-sharing with the producers once the film starts generating profits. This unique remuneration model was previously employed by Bollywood superstars Akshay Kumar and Aamir Khan.

Kantara, the first film in the franchise, became a surprise pan-India hit, and the upcoming prequel, Kantara: Chapter 1, is expected to build on that success. The film will also feature prominent roles for actors Rukini Vasanth and Gulshan Devaiah, in addition to Rishab Shetty's lead performance.

As the release date approaches, the mystery surrounding the production of Kantara: Chapter 1 seems to be generating as much buzz as the film's plot itself. Fans and industry watchers alike are eager to see how this unique profit-sharing arrangement will play out for the highly anticipated prequel.