Todor “Juji” Lazarov Leads the Action in Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1

International action specialist Todor Lazarov, known professionally as Juji, has wrapped his work on the highly anticipated epic Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1, where he served as Action Director and Fight Choreographer(Second Unit Director). His involvement signals a major step in blending world-class stunt craft with Indian cinematic storytelling.

Juji is no stranger to high-profile action—his resume includes globally recognized productions such as RRR and Hollywood franchises. For Kantara Chapter 1, he was brought in to design and execute the film’s large-scale combat sequences, taking charge of both the choreography and the on-set direction of action units. His work is said to include massive battle scenes, intricate hand-to-hand combat, and culturally rooted stunt design shaped to match the film’s mythological tone.

What makes his contribution stand out is the balance between spectacle and storytelling. In interviews, Juji has emphasized that every movement must serve the emotional core of the scene—not just look impressive. By working closely with director Rishab Shetty, he helped craft action that is deeply tied to the film’s legend-driven world, while elevating its technical quality to an international standard.

With Juji at the helm of the action, Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 positions itself not just as a regional blockbuster, but as a film that pushes Indian action cinema onto a global stage.