Rukmini Vasanth attended the Kantara Chapter 1 Pre-Release Event where she was introduced as ‘Kanakavathi’. For the promotions and event, she has often been seen embracing a traditional or royal look, reflecting her character Princess Kanakavathi in the film. Rukmini choose to wear a turquoise drape with golden-embellished borders saree which helped embody her character, Princess Kanakavathi, in the mythological action drama. The Telugu pre-release event took place in Hyderabad on September 28, 2025.
