India, Aug. 12 -- In 2021, when Kantara arrived in theatres, it took the nation by storm. Made on a modest budget of Rs.15 crore, the Kannada mythological thriller grossed over Rs.400 crore, spawning a prequel, also starring and directed by Rishab Shetty. It's been close to two years since the prequel - Kantara Chapter 1- went on the floors, but it has seen frequent delays. This, coupled with a bunch of accidents faced by crew members, led to talks of a 'curse' on the production.

Speaking with Hindustan Times, the film's producer, Chaluve Gowda, rubbishes these claims and addresses the challenges the film has faced. "I want to clarify whatever misfortune thing happened, nothing happened on the set. It was just because the movie was so bi...