Even before its official release, Kantara 1 has generated enormous buzz, thanks to insider reactions from those who worked on the film’s technical aspects. The prequel to Rishab Shetty’s 2022 blockbuster Kantara is being described as a visual spectacle that sets new benchmarks for Indian cinema.
Early Review – Kantara 2 Movie
Early Reactions from VFX Team
While the cast and crew have already watched the film, one VFX artist who contributed to the project offered glowing feedback. Though the individual’s identity remains undisclosed, Nera News has learned that he was part of the team handling the film’s computer-generated imagery.
According to him, Kantara 1 “surpasses all Indian movies in effects and VFX.” Having previously worked on major Indian and Hollywood films, he highlighted that Rishab Shetty’s vision and attention to detail stood apart, calling the dedication on this project “on a different level.”
He also added that the prequel is more grand and emotionally gripping than its sequel, with “goosebump moments that will give chills to audiences.”
VFX Mastery and the Tiger Scene
A major highlight of Kantara 2 is the stunning tiger sequence featured in the trailer. Many viewers believed it was shot with a real tiger, but it was actually a creation of cutting-edge VFX.
The film’s visual effects were crafted at MPC (Moving Picture Company), a globally recognized studio that has since closed operations. The former MPC artists, now part of Astra Studios, carried forward their expertise to deliver some of the most realistic CGI creatures seen in Indian cinema.
Biren Ghose on LinkedIn
Biren Ghose, Founder and CEO of Astra Studios, praised the trailer in a heartfelt post:
“THE ROAR CONTINUES! Overwhelmed by the love for the Kantara Chapter 2 trailer. A salute to the phenomenal CG-creature artists who brought the tiger to life at our brilliant former studio MPC. You proved that great creatures are not just built in pixels, but in patience, craft, and collaboration. You gave it life and soul.”
His comments further confirm the extraordinary scale of the project and the artistry behind its execution.
Storytelling and Entertainment
Like its sequel, Kantara 2 carries the same divine energy and spiritual intensity that struck a chord with audiences worldwide in 2022. Insiders reveal that alongside the serious themes, the prequel also balances entertaining comedic sequences, ensuring a complete cinematic experience.
Why Kantara 2 Is Special
- Grand prequel scale that expands on the original’s universe
- World-class VFX and CGI, especially in animal sequences
- Emotional depth with goosebump-inducing moments
- Balanced entertainment, including comedy, action, and divine elements
- Rishab Shetty’s vision, praised for detail and dedication
Kantara 2 Pre-Release Review
Based on insider accounts, Kantara 2is set to redefine expectations from Indian cinema. With its combination of breathtaking visuals, authentic storytelling, and spiritual resonance, the film is poised to deliver another landmark theatrical experience.
While audiences will have to wait until release day to see the full picture, early reactions from VFX professionals and industry voices suggest that Rishab Shetty has once again raised the bar.
