Diljit Dosanjh Joins Kantara: Chapter 1, Turns Emotional Recording New Song

The excitement around Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 skyrocketed as Diljit Dosanjh officially joined the highly anticipated project. The singer-actor recorded a special song for the film and shared an emotional behind-the-scenes video that thrilled fans. Rishab Shetty directs the film, which serves as a prequel to the blockbuster Kantara (2022). The makers plan a grand global release on October 2, 2025, in multiple languages including Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, and English.

Diljit’s Emotional Connection to Kantara

Diljit Dosanjh, known for his powerful vocals and acting skills, revealed a deeply personal connection to the first film. In his Instagram post, he shared that he cried with joy when the iconic song Varaha Roopam played in theatres during the climax of Kantara. He called Rishab Shetty his “Big Brother” and expressed gratitude for inviting him to participate in Chapter 1. He also thanked music composer B. Ajaneesh Loknath and mentioned that he learned a lot during the recording session.

BTS Video Shows Candid Moments

In the video, Diljit walked into the studio playfully and met Rishab Shetty, who warmly welcomed him and called himself a “huge fan.” The clip captured Diljit recording the song with great energy, talking on the phone while receiving praise for bringing a “Tandav” vibe through his vocals. The video highlighted the respect and camaraderie between the two artists, and it intensified fans’ excitement for the soundtrack.

Rishab Shetty’s Response

Rishab Shetty responded to Diljit’s post with heartfelt words: “Excited to join hands with Diljit Dosanjh for the Kantara album. By Shiva’s grace, everything fell into place. Much love, Paji. Another Shiva bhakt meets Kantara.” Their mutual admiration fuels anticipation for the film’s music, which promises to play a pivotal role in storytelling, just like in the original.

Kantara: Chapter 1 – What to Expect

Vijay Kiragandur produces the film under Hombale Films. Kantara: Chapter 1 stars Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth, Sapthami Gowda, and Gulshan Devaiah. The story will explore folklore, faith, and identity while blending gripping storytelling with intense music. Fans eagerly await not just the film but also Diljit’s powerful track, which the audience already hypes as one of the album’s highlights.

With Diljit Dosanjh collaborating with Rishab Shetty, Kantara: Chapter 1 promises a cinematic and musical experience that fans cannot miss.

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