Kantara Chapter 1 Box Office Collection Day 1
Kantara Chapter 1 had a strong start on day one. The film made around 60 crore rupees net in India. This is from early estimates. Rishab Shetty leads the film.
In the morning, the movie started slow. Bookings jumped in the evening. By night, most seats in Kannada theaters were full. The Kannada version had about 88 percent occupancy. Other languages also saw good crowds. The Hindi version earned between 19 and 21 crore rupees. This number might grow when all screens report numbers.
Kantara Chapter 1 released on a festival weekend. Big holidays often help box office numbers. Even with competition, the movie pulled in a big crowd. It did not beat KGF 2’s record, but it got the second highest opening for a Kannada film in Hindi markets. People liked the action and the music. Many said the film kept them engaged.
The total budget for the movie is close to 125 crore rupees. Making half of that in one day is a solid return. Experts think the numbers will hold steady for the next few days if word of mouth stays strong. The movie also outperformed films like Saiyaara and Chhaava on opening day.
Kantara Chapter 1 shows how big buzz and strong reviews can help a film. Day one collections set the pace. If the trend holds, it could become one of the highest grossers of the year. The next few days will show if the film can keep up this momentum.
About Kantara Chapter 1
Kantara: Chapter 1 (2025) is a Kannada-language period mythological action drama directed by Rishab Shetty, serving as a prequel to the blockbuster Kantara (2022). Set during the Kadamba dynasty era, the story explores the origins of the legends and folklore introduced in the first film, centering around a boy named Berme, adopted by the Kantara tribe, whose destiny ties him to divine forces and conflicts with kings and darker tribes practicing occult rituals.
The film combines themes of nature, spirituality, betrayal, and divine possession while expanding the mythos of Bhuta Kola traditions. Featuring Rishab Shetty in the lead alongside Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, and Gulshan Devaiah, the film released on October 2, 2025, in multiple languages and premium formats.
It opened strongly at the box office, grossing over ₹60 crore on day one, and has been praised for its visuals, performances, and ambitious scale, though some critics note pacing issues and overhype. As a prequel, it enriches the Kantara universe by delving into the spiritual and cultural roots of the legend, blending folklore with cinematic spectacle.
