Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, who is enjoying the massive success of L2: Empuraan, recently addressed rumors about his involvement in Rishab Shetty’s much-anticipated prequel, Kantara: Chapter 1. The film’s production team is currently shooting the project, generating significant buzz, especially with fans speculating about Mohanlal’s possible cameo or role.
Mohanlal’s Humorous Response to Kantara Rumors
During the promotions of L2: Empuraan, Mohanlal playfully responded to the ongoing speculation. When asked if he was part of Kantara: Chapter 1, the veteran actor quipped, “Please ask them to cast me in Kantara. Offer me a role. I am not a bad actor, I think.” His witty remark fueled the rumors further and delighted fans, who eagerly want to see him collaborate with Rishab Shetty in the hit Kannada franchise.
What We Know About Kantara: Chapter 1
For those unfamiliar, Kantara: Chapter 1 continues the story of the 2022 blockbuster Kantara, which won the National Award for its powerful storytelling and visual brilliance. The upcoming chapter will explore the origins of the mystical world introduced in the original. Rishab Shetty, who directed and starred in the first film, will play a Naga Sadhu with superhuman powers in the prequel.
The team is currently filming Kantara: Chapter 1. However, the release will take time, as Rishab Shetty is also managing other projects, including Sandeep Singh’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Prasanth Varma’s Jai Hanuman.
Empuraan’s Record-Breaking Success
Meanwhile, Mohanlal’s L2: Empuraan has stormed the box office. Director Prithviraj Sukumaran delivered a blockbuster that shattered opening-day records in Malayalam cinema. Fans have flocked to theaters in huge numbers, ensuring a phenomenal weekend for the action-packed drama.
What’s Next for Mohanlal?
Apart from the buzz around Kantara: Chapter 1, Mohanlal has lined up several exciting films. He will soon collaborate with Mammootty and Nayanthara for an upcoming project. Additionally, he plans to begin working on a film directed by his longtime collaborator, Priyadarshan, in the near future.
While neither Mohanlal nor the Kantara team has confirmed his involvement in Kantara: Chapter 1, his playful remark has certainly raised expectations. Fans now eagerly await an official announcement to see if the Malayalam legend will indeed join the much-awaited prequel.
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