‘Kantara Chapter 1’, directed by Rishab Shetty and released on October 2, has become a trending topic online after viewers noticed a plastic water bottle during a community lunch scene. The movie, set in the 4th century AD, has otherwise been praised for its performances, visual effects, and storytelling. However, the appearance of a modern plastic can in a historical setting quickly became a talking point among fans and internet users.
The scene in question features a 20-litre plastic water can during the ‘Brahmakalasha’ song sequence. Social media users were quick to point out the anachronism, as plastic did not exist in the era depicted. The incident drew comparisons to another famous on-screen blunder, with one user posting, “Well well, similar to the Game of Thrones coffee cup incid