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3 days ago

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Kantara: Chapter 1 Crosses ₹150 Crore in Hindi, Becomes One of the Top 8 Highest-Grossing Dubbed Hits

Rishab Shetty"™s Kantara: Chapter 1 has crossed a remarkable milestone "” earning over ₹150 crore net (As of Now) in its Hindi version, placing it eighth among the highest-grossing dubbed films released in India. What began as a modestly promoted film has now become one of the most successful non-Hindi releases to win over audiences across regions.When Kantara first released, few expected it to hold so strongly in theatres weeks after its debut. Yet, steady collections and positive word-of-mouth helped it grow beyond its initial numbers. Take a look at the Highest Hindi dubbed grossers 1. Pushpa 2: The Rule "“ ₹812.14 crore 2. Baahubali 2: The Conclusion "“ ₹511 crore 3. KGF Chapter 2 "“ ₹435.33 crore 4. Kalki 2898 AD "“ ₹293.13 crore 5. RRR "“ ₹272.78 crore 6. 2.0 "“ ₹188.23 crore 7. Mahavatar Narsimha "“ ₹188.15 crore 8. Kantara: Chapter 1 "“ ₹155.5 crore 9. Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire - ₹152.65 crore 10.Saaho - ₹145.67 crore 11.Bahubali - The Beginning - ₹118.5 crore 12.Pushpa: The Rise - Part 1 - ₹106.35 crore With this, Kantara now stands above several other major releases such as Salaar, Saaho, and Pushpa "“ The Rise, proving that strong audience connection can sometimes beat even large-scale action spectacles.Unlike many big-budget films that rely purely on star power, Kantara succeeded because it connected emotionally with viewers. The story, setting, and performances felt relatable and genuine. Audiences in both metros and small towns found something to hold on to "” whether it was the emotion, the atmosphere, or the sincerity of the storytelling.Its growth was also helped by consistent audience engagement "” families returning for repeat shows, good theatre experience, and positive talk across social media platforms. The film"™s Hindi version especially benefitted from audiences looking for something rooted and real amid heavily stylised releases. As Kantara: Chapter 1 celebrates this milestone, it joins a rare group of dubbed films that made a lasting impact across India. Its success shows that language is no longer a limitation "” good stories find their audience everywhere.Crossing ₹150 crore is a milestone "” but it doesn"™t seem to be the end of Kantara"™s journey. The film continues to perform steadily in certain circuits, and its growing popularity may yet open new records in the coming weeks. With more viewers discovering it through word-of-mouth, Kantara seems far from done.As it climbs the charts one step at a time, let"™s stay tuned to see what new heights this remarkable film is set to achieve next.

Sandalwood

4 days ago

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Will Kantara Chapter 1 Cross the 200 Crore Milestone in Karnataka and Eclipse KGF Chapter 2's Record?

Rishab Shetty"™s magnum opus, Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1, continues to soar 12 days after its theatrical release.In a remarkable display of box office dominance, Rishab Shetty's Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 has continued its triumphant run, amassing an impressive ₹176 (est)crore gross in Karnataka by the end of its 12th day. Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 garnered approximately ₹12 crore gross in Karnatak on Day 12, contributing to a cumulative Karnataka gross of around ₹176 crore. The film's performance has been consistent, with strong weekday holds following a blockbuster opening weekend. Overall, the movie's India net collection stood at ₹451.9 crore by Day 12, with the Karnataka Gross contributing to ₹176(est)crore, highlighting its core strength in the regional market. This achievement places Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 on the cusp of surpassing one of Kannada cinema's biggest benchmarks: KGF Chapter 2's lifetime Karnataka gross of ₹182.96 crore "” a feat the Yash-starrer achieved over 50+ days in 2022. Directed by Prashanth Neel and starring Yash, KGF Chapter 2 (2022) remains a monumental hit, with its lifetime Kannada version netting ₹154.69 crore and driving the film's worldwide gross to a staggering ₹1,215 crore. However, Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 has already closed the gap significantly in just 12 days, contributing to ₹142.7 (est)crore in kanada version signaling a potential shift in the record books for Sandalwood's highest earners. Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 could soon breach the ₹200 crore gross mark in Karnataka alone, At this pace, the ₹200 crore mark feels inevitable, potentially within the next 7-10 days "” a feat that would etch its name in history as the first Kannada film to achieve this in its home market. The film's momentum, fueled by positive word-of-mouth and repeat viewings, positions it well by keeping its winning streak high in order to exceed current records. When viewed through the lens of worldwide gross, Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 has already climbed to the second spot among the highest-grossing Kannada films, with ₹ 635.5 Cr crore as of Day 12, trailing only KGF Chapter 2's ₹1,215 crore. Other notable entries include the original Kantara at ₹407.82 crore and KGF: Chapter 1 at ₹ 237.75  crore worldwide. However, focusing on Karnataka collections emphasizes the unprecedented regional pull of Shetty's latest venture, potentially redefining success metrics for Kannada-language films.This surge not only cements Rishab Shetty's status as a pan-India star but also highlights the growing global appetite for authentic regional narratives. As the film continues its theatrical run, all eyes are on whether it will indeed make history by hitting that elusive ₹200 crore mark in Karnataka.

Sandalwood

26 days ago

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Official Censor Certificate, Theatrical Runtime, and Plot Details Revealed

Bengaluru, September 22 - The highly anticipated prequel to Rishab Shetty's Kantara, titled Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, is gearing up for grand worldwide release on October 2nd, and ahead of the release, the makers have reportedly cleared the censor formalities. Produced by Hombale Films, the movie has been certified with U/A by the Central Board of Film Certification with an approved runtime of 169 minutes (2 hours 49 minutes approx.), making it one of the longest mainstream Kannada films in recent times. This extended runtime suggests an elaborate narrative structure, deeply rooted in historical and cultural backdrops, much like its predecessor. According to the censor certificate, the story is set during the reign of the Kadambas, the first dynasty of Karnataka. The plot revolves around Bangra, a fictional feudatory ruled by King Vijayendra. Known for his loyalty to the Kadambas, Vijayendra commanded their sea trade. The summary also highlights his complex persona"”celebrated for his valour, yet feared as a leader who promoted slavery and atheism. This layered characterisation hints at a morally intense storyline, exploring themes of power, faith, and societal conflict. With the certification process now complete, the stage is set for Kantara Chapter 1 to make its theatrical debut. Given the massive success of the first film, expectations are sky-high for this ambitious prequel. Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

38 days ago

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara: Chapter 1 To Get Massive Worldwide Release With Top Distributors Onboard; Details Revealed

Bengaluru, September 10 - After the mega blockbuster success of Kantara (2022), Hombale Films is leaving no stone unturned to ensure a record-breaking worldwide release for Kantara: Chapter 1. The much-awaited prequel to Rishab Shetty's blockbuster has locked some of the biggest distribution giants across key territories, from domestic to overseas, setting the stage for a truly global rollout. In Kerala, the Rishab Shetty directorial and fronted will be distributed by actor-filmmaker Prithviraj Sukumaran's Prithviraj Productions, continuing the successful collaboration between the two banners. For North India and Nepal, AA Films has come on board, ensuring a strong presence in the Hindi-speaking markets. The studio had also distributed Hombale's Kantara and KGF films in dubbed Hindi versions. In the Telugu states, the Nizam territory will see Mythri Movie Makers Release, driving the film's reach. On the overseas front, Phars Film will handle the entire overseas release, while the UK market will be taken care of by LWE and DreamZ Entertainment. In North America, the film will be released by Prathyangira Cinemas, and in Australia and New Zealand, Dream Screens International will distribute the film. The makers will announce a couple of more distribution territories in the coming days. With such an impressive distribution network, Kantara: Chapter 1 is positioned for one of the widest releases ever for a Kannada-origin film. Expectations are sky-high as fans worldwide gear up to witness the epic saga unfold on the big screen. Produced by Hombale Films, the movie stars Rishab Shetty in the lead role alongside Rukmini Vasanth and Gulshan Devaiah. In the film, the story delves deeper into the origins of the mythological tradition and ancestral conflict introduced in the first movie. It is scheduled to release on October 2nd in multiple languages. Stay tuned...

Bollywood

49 days ago

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Mahavatar Narsimha Box Office Day 36: The Animated Blockbuster Continues Its Strong Run

Mumbai, August 30 - Kaleem Productions and Hombale Films' animated epic Mahavatar Narsimha is flexing its box office stamina after 5 weeks, despite the arrival of new releases. Directed by Ashwin Kumar, the film had already crossed the magical milestone of 300 crores worldwide within 5 weeks, and kicked off the 6th weekend on a strong note. The first film in the epic Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, Mahavatar Narsimha, remained over one crore gross on its sixth Friday at the domestic box office. As per estimates, it has scored approximately 1.15 crores gross in all versions, pushing the total India gross to around 285 crores (239 crores net) in 36 days. Worldwide, it has crossed 310 crores gross collection. The game-changing blockbuster has defied the odds and emerged as one of the biggest Indian blockbusters of recent times, and by far the biggest Indian animated blockbuster of all time. Animation is a niche genre in India, with hardly any films coming out. Mahavatar Narsimha, however, is expected to change the mindset of Indian filmmakers regarding the making of animated titles. It has already begun with Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, in which there will be a total of seven films by 2038. The next film in the MCU is Mahavtar Parashurama, which begins production next year and will be released in 2027. The lack of Indian animation titles can be understood with the fact that it was Hanuman, two decades ago in 2005, which was previously the biggest Indian animated title with around 12 crores gross. Though some of the Hollywood animated films have found box office success in India, with titles like The Lion King and Mufasa: The Lion King. Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

115 days ago

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Hombale Films Announces Mahavatar Cinematic Universe

Bangalore, June 25 - One of the leading production houses, Hombale Films, has partnered with Kleem Productions to announce the Cinematic Universe of their animated franchise, Mahavatar, for the big screen. The series will show the stories of ten incarnations of Lord Vishnu, which will run for the next decade. ## The studio announced the line-up of 7 films under the Mahavatar Cinematic Universe, which kicks off with the first film, "Mahavatar Narasimha", slated to hit the big screen in 2025. The MCU will end with "Mahavatar Kalki Part 2" in 2037, as the makers also dropped the release plans of all the films. ## Release calendar of 7 films of Mahavtar Universe:- ## - Mahavatar Narasimha "“ 2025 ## - Mahavtar Parashurama "“ 2027 ## - Mahavatar Raghunandan "“ 2029 ## - Mahavtar Dwarkadheesh "“ 2031 ## - Mahavatara Gokulananda "“ 2033 ## - Mahavatar Kalki Part 1 "“ 2035 ## - Mahavatar Kalki Part 2 "“ 2037 ## "The possibilities are endless, and we're pumped to see our stories roar to life on screen. Buckle up for an epic cinematic ride! #HombaleFilms proudly presents the #MahavatarCinematicUniverse, through breathtaking animation envisioned and produced by #KleemProductions", reads the post shared by Hombale Films on X. ## Mahavatar Narsimha hits theatres on July 25th, 2025, in 3D and five Indian languages. ## The possibilities are ENDLESS, and we're PUMPED to see our stories ROAR to life on screen. Buckle up for an EPIC cinematic ride! 💥#HombaleFilms proudly presents the #MahavatarCinematicUniverse, through breathtaking animation envisioned and produced by #KleemProductions.🎥🔥"¦ pic.twitter.com/hTKy9I9BqG— Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) June 25, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

143 days ago

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Hrithik Roshan Teams Up With 'KGF' Producer Hombale Films For A Big Pan-India Film

Mumbai, May 28 - Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan has teamed up with KGF producer, Hombale Films, for a big Pan India film. An unexpected announcement was made official on Wednesday, May 28. ## Hombale Films has established itself as one of South India's biggest production houses, delivering a couple of the country's biggest blockbusters in the form of KGF films, Kantara, and Salaar. The studio currently has Kantara: Chapter 1, Salaar 2, and a couple of other big projects in the pipeline. ## While the specific details about the Hrithik x Hombale project, including the rest of the star cast, genre, and shooting timeline, are not known yet, it is said that the film is in early development. This also marks Hombale's debut in Hindi cinema. ## Hombale Films founder Vijay Kiragandur said, "Very happy with this collaboration. At Hombale Films, our purpose is to tell stories that inspire and transcend boundaries. Partnering with Hrithik Roshan is a step forward in realising that vision, crafting a film where intensity meets imagination on a grand scale. We are committed to delivering an experience that is both powerful and timeless". ## Roshan added, "Hombale has been home to some very unique stories over the years. I'm looking forward to partnering with them and delivering a cinematic experience for our audience. We are dreaming big and committed to bringing the vision to life". ## Hrithik, meanwhile, will next be seen in Yash Raj Films' War 2, in which he will be sharing screen with Jr. NTR and Kiara Advani. The film is scheduled to hit the big screen on August 14 this year. The actor's next film after War 2 will be Krrish 4, in which he will play the lead role as well as direct it. The shoot for the same is expected to begin early next year. ## They call him the Greek God. He's ruled hearts, shattered limits and we see the phenomenon he truly is! We are proud to welcome @iHrithik to the @hombalefilms family for a collaboration, years in the making. A tale of grit, grandeur and glory is set to unfold, where intensity"¦ pic.twitter.com/ZU2FHKjKdm— Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) May 28, 2025 ## Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

335 days ago

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Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1' Release Date Locked

Bengaluru, November 17 - Kannada star Rishab Shetty's hugely anticipated folk action thriller Kantara: A Legend - Chapter 1, which is the prequel to the 2022 mega-blockbuster Kantara, has locked a festive, October 2025 release date in multiple languages. ## Directed and headlined by Rishab Shetty, Kantara: Chapter 1 will be hitting worldwide theatres on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra on October 2, 2025. It will have a Thursday release, with a clear advantage over the 4-day opening weekend. Diwali falls on October 20 so that will also be an advantage for the movie if received well. ## The movie is produced by Vijay Kiragandur of Hombale Films and also stars Jisshu Sengupta, Sapthami Gowda, Achyuth Kumar, and Kishore Kumar G. in prominent roles. The film will be released in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali, English, and Tamil languages. ## The expectations from the upcoming movie are high as the original Kantara was a massive box-office success with over 400 crores gross collection at the worldwide box office. It is the second highest-grossing direct Kannada movie of all time, behind KGF: Chapter 2. ## 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐇𝐀𝐒 𝐀𝐑𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐃 🔥𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐃𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓 𝐖𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒 🕉️#KantaraChapter1 Worldwide Grand Release on 𝐎𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐁𝐄𝐑 𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.#KantaraChapter1onOct2 #Kantara@shetty_rishab @VKiragandur @hombalefilms @HombaleGroup @ChaluveG"¦ pic.twitter.com/VoehP4xW96— Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) November 17, 2024 ## Stay tuned...

Tollywood

344 days ago

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Prabhas Locks Three Films With Hombale Films

Hyderabad, November 7 - Pan India superstar Prabhas has signed a ground-breaking three-film deal with the leading Kannada production house Hombale Films. This deal does not include Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire which was released last year and emerged as a box-office success. ## The 3-film deal will kick off with Salaar 2 which will be released in 2026. Directed by Prashanth Neel, the production of the film has already commenced and the remaining portions will be shot next year. The details about the other two films are not revealed yet except that they will be released in 2027 and 2028. ## However, there are rumours in the Telugu media that Prabhas will up with director Prasanth Varma and Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj for a film each which will be produced by Hombale Films. The official confirmation will be made in due course. ## "𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭! #PrabhasXHombal3Films. We are proud to unite with the Rebel Star, #Prabhas, in a groundbreaking three-film partnership that celebrates the essence of Indian cinema and aims to take it to the world. This is a declaration of our commitment to creating cinematic experiences that will be unforgettable. The stage is set and the path ahead is limitless. Get ready, as the journey begins with #Salaar2", Hombale Films said in a statement. ## 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭!#PrabhasXHombal3FilmsWe are proud to unite with the Rebel Star, #Prabhas, in a groundbreaking three-film partnership that celebrates the essence of Indian cinema and aims to take it to the world. This is a declaration of"¦ pic.twitter.com/E4osJGaMgR— Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) November 8, 2024 ## Meanwhile, Prabhas will next be seen in the horror-comedy, The Raja Saab which is scheduled to be released on April 10, 2025. The actor also has director Hanu Raghavapudi's period action drama film that is currently in production and by the end of this year or early next year, he will start the highly-anticipated Spirit with director Sandeep Reddy Vanga. ## Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

427 days ago

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Box Office Blockbusters KGF: Chapter 2 and Kantara Score Big Win At The 70th National Film Awards

Bengaluru, August 17 - The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) announced the winners of the 70th National Film Awards at the National Media Center in New Delhi on Friday (August 16), to honour feature and non-feature films certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) between January 1, 2022, and December 31, 2022. ## Among the big winners, Kannada production house Hombale Films scored 4 National Awards wins. Rishab Shetty-fronted action thriller Kantara won the Best Actor award to Shetty and the Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment. It was the second National award for Rishab Shetty.## 70th National Film Awards: Full List of Award Winners## Kannada superstar Yash-fronted KGF: Chapter 2 was awarded the National Award for the Best Kannada Movie while Anbariv won Best Stunt Choreography in the film. Both Kantara and KGF 2 were massive box office blockbusters, grossing over 400 crores and 1200 crores worldwide, respectively.## Hombale Films took to social media to applaud the 4 National Awards win. "We are deeply honoured and humbled to receive 4 prestigious #NationalFilmAwards for "˜Kantara"™ and "˜KGF Chapter 2"™. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team. Bridging tradition and innovation, #Kantara and #KGFChapter2 stand as powerful symbols of Kannada cinema's cultural depth and cinematic excellence. The love and support from everyone have been our greatest strength and this award inspires us to continue our journey!"## We are deeply honoured and humbled to receive 4 prestigious #NationalFilmAwards for "˜Kantara"™ and "˜KGF Chapter 2"™.This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team. Bridging tradition and innovation, #Kantara and #KGFChapter2 stand as powerful"¦ pic.twitter.com/g2FZBiVwjj— Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) August 16, 2024 ## Stay tuned...

Sandalwood

691 days ago

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Hombale Films Unveils Stunning First Look Teaser and Poster of Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1'

Bangalore, November 27 - After the gigantic success of "Kantara", Hombale Films and the team are coming up with its prequel Kantara: Chapter 1 which promises to be even bigger. Rishab Shetty returns to headline and direct the film that was officially launched on November 27. ## "Kantara 2" will explore the backstory of the folklore featured in the first part and the makers gave the first look glimpse into the land of the divine with the first look teaser and poster. The promo, which features the footage of the first part, gives a glimpse of Rishab Shetty in a never-seen-before avatar and visionary world created by the director Rishab Shetty for himself. ## The familiar roar that echoed in the first instalment of the franchise, is back, setting the stage for the birth of a legend and the beginning of all. Shetty is covered with blood and gives an intense look with divine light in his eyes as he is holding a trishul and an axe in his hands.## Step into the land of the divine 🔥Presenting #KantaraChapter1 First Look & #Kantara1Teaser in 7 languages❤️"ðŸ”¥â–¶ï¸ https://t.co/GFZnkCg4BZ#Kantara1FirstLook #Kantara @shetty_rishab @VKiragandur @hombalefilms @HombaleGroup @AJANEESHB @Banglan16034849 @KantaraFilm pic.twitter.com/2GmVyrdLFK— Hombale Films (@hombalefilms) November 27, 2023 ## The first part of the film is narrated around a conflict between humans and nature where Shiva is the rebel who works against nature. The film, which was shot in Keradi in coastal Karnataka and involves the cultures of Kambla and Bhootha Kola, took the audiences by storm with its cinematic brilliance. ## "Kantara 2" will commence the regular shoot in December in Mangalore. It will be shot over a period of 4 months on a bigger scale than the first part. The film has got bigger in budget and cast as well this time as makers plan to make it a proper Pan India blockbuster. It will be released in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, English, and Bengali languages. ## ## Stay tuned...

Tollywood

700 days ago

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Hombale Films Announces 'Salaar: Ceasefire' Distribution Partners For All Areas

Hyderabad, November 18 - Hombale Films has teamed up with multiple distributors to release its upcoming film Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire in all areas. The movie, starring superstar Prabhas, is one of the highly awaited and the makers are committed to making it a huge success. ## Directed by Prashanth Neel, "Salaar" is the most important film for Hombale Films which is one of the most reputed production houses in India. The studio has partnered with equally respected distribution houses in the country to release the film nationwide. ## The Kerala theatrical rights were the first to get announced and Prithviraj Sukumaran, who has played a prominent role in the film, will release the movie in the state through his production house, Prithviraj Productions. For Tamil Nadu, the studio has partnered with Red Gaint Movies to release the film on a wide scale. ## Hombale Films will distribute the movie in Karnataka by itself while there are multiple distributors for each area in Andhra Pradesh. Mythri Movie Makers will distribute the film in the Nizam area. North India has been a major market for Hombale Films and it has partnered with Anil Thadani's AA Films to release the film in the entire North India territories.## Have a look at the distributors of Salaar in India - ## North India - AA Films## Karnataka - Hombale Films## Andhra Pradesh - (Uttarandra - Sree Siri Sai Cinemas; East Godavari - Lakshmi Narasimha Sri Manikantha Films; West Godavari - Geeta Films Distributor; Krishna & Guntur - KSN Tele Films; Nellore - Sri Vengamamba Cinemas; Ceded - Shilpakala Entertainments)## Nizam - Mythri Movie Distributors LLP## Kerala - Prithviraj Productions## Tamil Nadu - Red Giant Movies## "Salaar: Ceasefire" is an action thriller film written and directed by Prashanth Neel, and produced by Vijay Kiragandur under Hombale Films. It stars Prabhas as the titular character, along with Prithviraj Sukumaran, Shruti Haasan, Jagapathi Babu, Tinnu Anand, Easwari Rao, Sriya Reddy, and Ramachandra Raju.## The film is scheduled to release on December 22 in Telugu, Kannada, Hindi, Malayalam, and Tamil. The trailer of the movie will be released on December 1st.## Stay tuned...