Star Power: The Best Supporting Performances in Kantara Chapter 1

Bengaluru, October 3, 2025 – The new movie “Kantara: Chapter 1” is a huge hit. It is a prequel to the first “Kantara” film. It tells a powerful story from long ago, set in the 4th century CE.

The Best Supporting Performances in Kantara Chapter 1

People are loving the action, the spiritual feeling, and the amazing visuals.

While Rishab Shetty shines as the main hero, Berme, the film is also full of strong supporting roles. These actors help make the story feel deep and real. Their performances are key to the movie’s success.

Rukmini Vasanth as Kanakavathi

The biggest praise is going to Rukmini Vasanth. She plays Kanakavathi, a princess. Kanakavathi is King Rajashekara’s daughter. She is also Prince Kulashekara’s sister. Her character is much more than a simple princess.

Kanakavathi has a complex role. She comes from the royal family, who are the oppressors. But she is drawn to the tribal leader, Berme. She shows great strength and compassion. Her acting adds a lot of emotional depth to the movie. Fans on social media say she is a “scene-stealer.”

They especially love her transformation in the second half of the movie. She is gentle at first, but becomes powerful later. Her performance is truly memorable.

Jayaram as King Rajashekara

Veteran actor Jayaram plays King Rajashekara. He is the ruler of the Bangara Kingdom. This King is troubled by the land of Kantara and the curse of the Brahma Rakshasa.

Jayaram brings a quiet wisdom to the role. His character is shown as a ruler who is more thoughtful than his son. He feels the burden of the past. Jayaram’s portrayal of a king dealing with his father’s mistakes and a haunting land is very strong.

He helps set the stage for the big conflicts in the story.

Gulshan Devaiah as Kulashekara

Gulshan Devaiah plays Prince Kulashekara. He is the new king who takes over. Kulashekara is the opposite of his father. He is arrogant and reckless. His actions create big trouble between the royalty and the tribal communities.

Gulshan Devaiah perfectly shows this arrogance. He becomes the main human villain. His greed and foolishness drive much of the film’s tension. His performance makes the clash with Berme feel real and important.

Other Key Actors

Other supporting actors also make a big impact.

• Pramod Shetty plays Bhogendra.
• Rakesh Poojary as Peppe and Prakash Thuminad as Chenna give comic relief. They also act as Berme’s loyal friends.

These actors help round out the world of Kantara. Their strong performances in every role, big or small, prove that “Kantara: Chapter 1” is a victory for its entire cast. The film uses local culture and tradition to tell a universal story of good versus evil. The excellent acting from everyone helps make this epic tale a true blockbuster.