Archive · 17 Jun 2025
Kantara: Chapter 1 Makers Deny Boat Accident Claims
Rumors spread about a boat accident on the set of Kantara: Chapter 1, starring Rishab Shetty.
The production team says a boat used for the movie's background flipped over because of the weather.
However, they clarified that nobody was on the boat, and no one got hurt.
They also confirmed that filming continues with safety measures like speedboats and life jackets to keep everyone safe.
Reports claimed Rishab Shetty and crew narrowly escaped a boat accident during the Kantara Chapter 1 shoot.
The incident allegedly occurred at the Mani Dam reservoir in Karnataka.
The boat, used for background visuals, tipped over due to strong winds and rain.
Executive producer Adarsh JA stated that no one was on the boat when it capsized and no accidents occurred.
Filming continues with safety measures in place, including speedboats and life jackets.
- Who
- The cast and crew of Kantara: Chapter 1, including Rishab Shetty, and executive producer Adarsh JA.
- What
- Reports of a boat accident during the filming of Kantara: Chapter 1 were denied by the production team.
- When
- June 14, 2025
- Where
- Mani Dam reservoir, Karnataka, India
- Why
- To clarify the reports and maintain filming without major incidents.
Initial Reports
Film Makers
Boat Incident
Initial Reports
Boat accident occurred with Rishab Shetty and crew.
Film Makers
Boat tipped over due to weather, with no one on board; no accident.
- Movie
- Kantara: Chapter 1
- Director/Actor
- Rishab Shetty
- Location
- Mani Dam reservoir, Karnataka
- Incident
- Boat tipped over
- Status
- Filming continues
- Release Date
- October 2, 2025
Sources
Kantara: Chapter 1 Makers Deny Boat Accident On Set, Call Reports ‘False’
Makers Of Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Deny News Of Boat Capsizing Accident
No Accidents Took Place: Kantara Chapter 1 Makers Refuse To Accept Responsibility Again After 6th Mishap On Sets Of Rishab Shetty's Film
