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K.G.F (film series)

K.G.F is an Indian Kannada-language period action film series set mainly in the Kolar Gold Fields, from which it takes its name.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

K.G.F is an Indian Kannada-language period action film series set mainly in the Kolar Gold Fields, from which it takes its name. Created by Prashanth Neel and produced by Hombale Films, it stars Yash as Rocky and consists of two released films: Chapter 1 (2018) and Chapter 2 (2022).

Premise

The series follows Rocky, a man born in poverty who rises through the world of crime and power. The narrative is presented through an interview-like frame involving Anand Ingalangi and his son Vijayendra Ingalangi.

Production

K.G.F was created by Prashanth Neel and produced by Hombale Films. The franchise is notable for being a Kannada-language production with large-scale action and period setting.

Films

The series currently consists of two films: K.G.F: Chapter 1 (2018) and K.G.F: Chapter 2 (2022). The second film continued the story begun in the first and expanded the franchise's commercial success.

Reception

Chapter 1 set a box-office benchmark for Kannada cinema at the time of release, and Chapter 2 went on to break additional records. The franchise became one of the most commercially successful Kannada film series.

Key facts

  • The series is a Kannada-language period action franchise set mostly in the Kolar Gold Fields.
  • It was created by Prashanth Neel and produced by Hombale Films.
  • Yash plays the lead character, Rocky, also known as Raja Krishnappa Bairya.
  • K.G.F: Chapter 1 was released in 2018 and K.G.F: Chapter 2 was released in 2022.
  • Chapter 2 became the highest-grossing Kannada film and was among the highest-grossing Indian films worldwide.

Frequently asked questions

What does K.G.F stand for?
It refers to the Kolar Gold Fields, the mining region in Karnataka that gives the series its name.
Who created the K.G.F film series?
The series was created by Prashanth Neel.
Who stars in K.G.F?
Yash stars as the lead character Rocky, also called Raja Krishnappa Bairya.
How many K.G.F films have been released?
Two films have been released: K.G.F: Chapter 1 and K.G.F: Chapter 2.
When was K.G.F: Chapter 1 released?
It was released on 21 December 2018.
When was K.G.F: Chapter 2 released?
It was released on 14 April 2022.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KGF_(film_series)
    Supports: Series name, language, setting, creator, production company, lead actor, narrative frame, and release dates.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/list/ls590922676/
    Supports: Series overview, plot framing, release dates, and franchise continuity.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/kgf
    Supports: K.G.F: Chapter 1 production details, original language, genre, and release information.