Amazon Prime Video officially confirms the digital premiere of the record-shattering blockbuster, Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1, starting on October 31. Viewers eagerly anticipating the mystical prequel can stream the film in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam, immediately following its powerful theatrical run. However, the streaming giant saves the Hindi version for a later date, giving the box office a full eight-week theatrical window to maximize earnings.
Rishab Shetty‘s masterpiece, which continues to dominate the box office and capture the cultural conversation, makes its highly-anticipated transition to the small screen this Halloween. Starting October 31, Prime Video will stream Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 in its original language, Kannada, along with dubbed versions in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam across India and over 200 countries.
This digital debut brings the epic tale of Berme and the origins of the Panjurli Daiva legend to millions of homes, allowing a global audience to immerse themselves in the rich folklore and breathtaking visual grandeur that defined its theatrical success.
While South Indian language fans receive an almost immediate digital release, Hindi-speaking audiences must practice patience. The Hindi version of the prequel will adhere to a longer, more traditional theatrical-to-OTT window, only premiering on Prime Video eight weeks after its theatrical release. Since the film was released theatrically on October 2, 2025, the Hindi version is currently anticipated to begin streaming around November 26, 2025, based on industry reports.
This strategic move by the makers at Hombale Films ensures the Hindi version extracts its maximum box office potential. The original Kantara saw its Hindi version become a massive revenue generator, and the studio is clearly aiming to repeat that unprecedented success by protecting its theatrical run before making it available digitally.
Trade experts point to a pre-existing contractual obligation as the primary reason for the staggered OTT release. Producer Chaluve Gowda from Hombale Films confirmed the agreement for the South Indian languages was signed years ago when a four-week window was standard practice.
However, the team successfully negotiated a prolonged, eight-week exclusivity period for the Hindi version, reflecting the film’s sustained and powerful performance in the North Indian market. This split strategy smartly leverages the early digital demand in the South while securing a lengthy box office dominance for the film’s Hindi run, which has already established itself as a major collection driver.
Written, directed, and starring Rishab Shetty, Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 has surpassed all expectations, shattering records to become one of the highest-grossing Indian films of the year. The film’s raw, authentic portrayal of the Kadamba dynasty era, tribal faith, and the eternal clash between man and nature, resonated profoundly with viewers globally.
The digital premiere will now allow repeat viewers to dissect the film’s intricate details and spiritual nuances, while those who missed the theatrical run can finally experience the powerful narrative. The inclusion of stellar performances by Jayaram, Rukmini Vasanth, and Gulshan Devaiah, set against the backdrop of Arvind S. Kashyap’s stunning cinematography, promises a captivating home-viewing experience.
The digital arrival of Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 on October 31 cements its position as a global cinematic force. Though the Hindi audience has a slightly longer wait, the continued success proves that the magic of the Panjurli Daiva legend will keep drawing audiences, both in theatres and on streaming platforms.
