Inside Rishab Shetty’s ₹12-Crore Kundapura mansion: Bhoota Kola chants, Kantara WiFi, and a home rooted in tradition

Rishab Shetty’s Kantara is no longer just a film- it is a cultural movement. Produced by Hombale Films, Kantara (2022) and Kantara: Chapter 1 (2025) together roared past ₹1300 crore worldwide. When digital, satellite, and ancillary rights are factored in, the franchise’s valuation rises close to ₹1500 crore, marking a rare moment when regional storytelling reshaped the rules of Indian cinema. As the frenzy continues, attention has turned to Rishab Shetty’s extraordinary home in Kundapura, Udupi, Karnataka.

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A ₹12-Crore Ancestral Marvel

Reports suggest the mansion is valued at ₹12 crore and stands on land originally owned by the actor’s great-granduncle. The entrance sets the tone- brass-studded Burma teak wood doors paired with a hand-pulled temple bell welcome visitors inside. At the heart of the home sits a massive 300-kg granite Tulsi katta, surrounded by a sunlit atrium with four thoughtfully curated corners.

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These niches showcase personal treasures: Yakshagana headgear, a cricket bat signed by Yuvraj Singh, and the rifle prop from Kantara. Yet, the most talked-about feature lies in the northeast corner. Standing barefoot on a specific black stone for seven seconds triggers the Bhoota Kola chant from the film- a moment Shetty reportedly enjoys demonstrating to guests.

A Theatre Fit for a Storyteller

The mansion includes a private screening room designed for immersive cinema. Italian leather recliners face a 150-inch retractable screen, complemented by Dolby Atmos sound. A chandelier crafted from reclaimed Mangalorean tiles bathes the space in a warm red glow. The projector, affectionately named Seleyaraya after the forest deity in Kantara, oversees every screening.

Thoughtful Details, Modern Security

The kitchen features sleek black stone counters polished with homemade coconut oil, aligning perfectly with the family’s Sunday Kori Gassi ritual. Upstairs, a loft houses over 1,200 books spanning folklore to Stephen King novels. Security is equally meticulous, with facial-recognition cameras and Yasksha, a retired coastal police dog.

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Phones are stored in brass lockers, while the WiFi password changes monthly- each time inspired by a Kantara dialogue. Even the roof tiles are numbered for monsoon checks, and a dedicated “Rain Room” lets Shetty write amid the sound of thunder.