The film is set in the village of Keradi and follows (Rishab Shetty), a rebellious Kambala champion whose life is entwined with the sacred forest.
The film is widely praised by reviewers at The Hindu and The Times of India for its immersive world-building: Kantara(2022)
At its heart is Bhoota Kola , a traditional ritual where a performer is possessed by the local deities Panjurli and Guliga to provide justice and guidance to the community. The film is set in the village of