While overwhelmingly positive, some viewers and critics noted minor drawbacks:
The film is widely praised by reviewers at The Hindu and The Times of India for its immersive world-building: Kantara(2022)
The first half contains standard "masala" film elements, such as loud humor and "male chauvinistic" attitudes, which some found slightly at odds with the profound spiritual themes of the second half. Verdict While overwhelmingly positive
Nearly all critics agree the final 20 minutes are a masterclass in cinema, featuring an "electric" performance by Shetty that leaves audiences "shaken and stirred". Critiques & Perspectives Kantara(2022)