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Weather Blamed for Boat Capsize on Kantara: Chapter 1 Set as Shoot Resumes

Shivamogga District Magistrate is reviewing the production’s permits after multiple on-set accidents

Rishab Shetty directs and stars in Kantara: Chapter 1, a prequel to Kantara.
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Still from sets flooded and fire erupting behind Harshvardhan Rane.

Overview

  • The production team attributed the boat overturn at Mani reservoir to strong winds and rain rather than a stunt sequence
  • Actor-director Rishab Shetty and about 30 crew members waded to safety without injuries in the shallow waters
  • Several cameras and other filming gear sank during the incident and producers are assessing the extent of losses
  • Hombale Films has reaffirmed the October 2, 2025 release date and confirmed that shooting remains on schedule
  • Local officials launched a probe into permit compliance following environmental fines, storm-related set destruction and three recent unrelated crew fatalities