India, Oct. 2 -- Kantara Chapter 1, the much-awaited prequel to 2022's blockbuster Kantara, which propelled its director-actor Rishab Shetty to 'Divine Star' status, is in theatres. The film had a few paid premieres on October 1, and while the response then was largely positive, there were also remarks from those who didn't buy into the hype this time around. By noon of October 2, it was clear that Kantara Chapter 1 had clearly divided audiences.

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With the film, Rishab follows the same template of the original - the villagers of Kantara are being tormented by an op...