"A voice that roars rebellion, a beat that shakes your soul."
Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh, expanding his artistry globally, is now cementing his stardom down south with the release of ‘Rebel’ from Kantara: Chapter 1.
The track instantly captivated fans with Diljit’s commanding vocals and fierce screen presence, making it an anthem of defiance and pure cinematic energy.
Composed by B. Ajaneesh Loknath and choreographed by Ganesh Acharya, ‘Rebel’ merges pulsating beats, dynamic moves, and raw emotion to create a powerful visual and auditory experience.
The lyrical video features Rishab Shetty, but it is Diljit who drives the fire, amplifying every beat with charisma that leaves audiences deeply captivated.
By blending voice and presence, Diljit brings the vast world of Kantara to life, elevating excitement for the film’s release with his unmistakable intensity and star power.
Kantara: Chapter 1, directed by Rishab Shetty and produced by Hombale Films, will premiere on October 2, 2025, and is already one of the year’s most anticipated cinematic events.
This ambitious prequel to the 2022 Kannada hit Kantara promises to explore ancient mythological origins, centred on Panjurli Daiva and Guliga Daiva traditions in coastal Karnataka.
Set in pre-colonial times under the Kadamba dynasty, the story dives into conflicts between forest-tribal communities and a tyrannical king, rooted in rituals, folklore, and nature’s divine connection.
The makers shared the track on social media, writing:
“A voice that roars rebellion, a beat that shakes your soul. #REBEL just got extra special with #DiljitDosanjh’s magic.”
Kantara: Chapter 1 is among Hombale Films’ most ambitious projects, with a creative team including Arvind Kashyap, Vinesh Banglan, and B. Ajaneesh Loknath delivering a powerful narrative and breathtaking visuals.
The production involved over 250 shooting days, with battle sequences featuring 500 fighters, 3,000 extras, vast hill terrain sets, and artisans from across India contributing to the spectacle.
Dosanjh entered the Billboard Social 50 chart in 2020, cementing his global influence.
He has also featured in the Canadian Albums Chart, the UK Asian chart, and the New Zealand Hot Singles.
His films, including Jatt & Juliet 2, Sajjan Singh Rangroot, Honsla Rakh, and Jatt & Juliet 3, rank among the highest-grossing Punjabi films in history.
Hailing from Dosanjh Kalan in Jalandhar, Dosanjh began his career in 2002.
Early albums like ‘Smile’ (2005) and ‘Chocolate’ (2008) brought him recognition in Punjabi music.
His blockbuster album The Next Level (2009), produced with Yo Yo Honey Singh, and a cameo in Mel Karade Rabba (2010) paved his way into acting.
Dosanjh made his leading actor debut in The Lion of Punjab (2011) and Bollywood debut in Udta Punjab (2016), earning the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.
His Bollywood success includes Good Newwz (2019), which earned him another Filmfare nomination and five PTC Best Actor awards.
He has also judged three seasons of Rising Star.
With ‘Rebel’ dominating charts and hearts, anticipation for Kantara: Chapter 1 is reaching fever pitch, with audiences eager for tomorrow’s cinematic release that blends mythology, tradition, and spectacle.
Watch the music video here.
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