Post by : Rameen Ariff

Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues to dominate the box office even in its second week, demonstrating the power of strong storytelling and audience connect. After a spectacular first week that saw the film cross Rs 300 crore, the movie is now nearing the Rs 500 crore mark in domestic collections, cementing its place as one of the biggest hits in Indian cinema this year.

According to box office tracker Sacnilk, Kantara Chapter 1 earned an estimated Rs 10 crore net in India on Wednesday, bringing its total domestic earnings to Rs 475.90 crore. The film had already collected Rs 337.4 crore by the end of its first week, highlighting the incredible audience turnout during the opening days. Weekend collections during the second week remained strong, with the film raking in Rs 22.25 crore on Friday, Rs 39 crore on Saturday, and Rs 39.75 crore on Sunday. Weekday earnings dipped slightly, averaging Rs 10–14 crore, but the movie’s overall performance stayed consistent.

The occupancy across different regions on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, reflected the pan-India appeal of the Rishab Shetty starrer. Kannada audiences accounted for 24.19 percent, Telugu viewers 14 percent, Hindi 10.61 percent, Tamil 19.09 percent, and Malayalam 11.68 percent. These figures show how the film has resonated with audiences across languages and states.

Here is a detailed day-wise collection of Kantara Chapter 1 so far:

• Day 1 (Thursday) – Rs 61.85 crore

• Day 2 (Friday) – Rs 45.40 crore

• Day 3 (Saturday) – Rs 55.00 crore

• Day 4 (Sunday) – Rs 63.00 crore

• Day 5 (Monday) – Rs 31.50 crore

• Day 6 (Tuesday) – Rs 34.25 crore

• Day 7 (Wednesday) – Rs 25.25 crore

• Day 8 (Thursday) – Rs 21.15 crore

• Week 1 Total – Rs 337.40 crore

Second-week collections:

• Day 9 (2nd Friday) – Rs 22.00 crore

• Day 10 (2nd Saturday) – Rs 39.00 crore

• Day 11 (2nd Sunday) – Rs 39.00 crore

• Day 12 (2nd Monday) – Rs 13.35 crore

• Day 13 (2nd Tuesday) – Rs 13.50 crore

• Day 14 (2nd Wednesday) – Rs 10.00 crore (early estimate)

• Total so far – Rs 475.90 crore

Speaking about the film, Rishab Shetty emphasized that his intention was purely storytelling, without any political or ideological agenda. “As a storyteller, I always think, I should never be biased, and that we should tell stories to people, like about our folklore, Bharatiyata, and our belief system of nature worshipping. So by adding all these elements we made this story,” Rishab said. “Irrespective of all parties and people, there is no ideology or agenda in this film, we are just establishing this story, and people are liking and appreciating it.”

The cultural impact of the film has also been noticed on social media. A post comparing the Dev culture of the Himalayas to the traditions depicted in Kantara Chapter 1 went viral. The post praised the film for accurately portraying South Indian tribal traditions and the deep connection people have with local deities. Actor Kangana Ranaut responded, appreciating the movie and highlighting its significance, writing, “Very nice, such films can be crucial for stopping tribal conversion also.”

Kantara Chapter 1 is the prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara and is set in pre-colonial Karnataka. The film stars Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram, and tells the story of a tribal man named Berme who fights against aristocratic oppression. Its rich storytelling, engaging performances, and celebration of regional folklore have contributed to the film’s immense popularity.

As Kantara Chapter 1 continues its box office journey, it is clear that Indian audiences are embracing films that combine cultural authenticity with strong narrative and entertainment value. Rishab Shetty’s film has not only broken box office records but also created a lasting impact on Indian cinema by highlighting folklore, tribal traditions, and a story that resonates with viewers across regions.

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