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Why Kantara hit different on the big screen: Power, scale & ambition

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Entertainment | Films
Suchin Mehrotra
05 JAN 2026 | 07:21:06

Why did Kantara feel so overwhelmingly powerful when experienced in a theatre? In this episode of The Hot Take Podcast, Anmol Jamwal dives deep into what truly made the film stand out on the big screen. From the sheer scale of execution to the visible effort etched into every frame, Kantara wasn’t just watched — it was felt.

The discussion breaks down how the film’s ambition elevated its storytelling, creating moments that demanded a theatrical experience. At the same time, the conversation doesn’t shy away from its flaws — the packed narrative, breathless pacing, and moments that felt overwhelming rather than expansive.

Yet, despite its imperfections, Kantara delivered something increasingly rare in modern cinema: the deep satisfaction of a story that truly concludes. A film that commits fully to its world, its myth, and its ending.

Watch the full episode only on Hook Online.

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