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Kantara Chapter 1 Crosses ₹650 Cr Worldwide on Day 12

Kantara Chapter 1, the Kannada action drama starring Rishab Shetty, has smashed past ₹650 crore in global earnings by its 12th day. Released on October 2, 2025, the film continues its strong run, beating records set by big hits like Baahubali and Sultan, even as collections dipped on the second Monday.

Strong Start and Steady Momentum

The movie opened big, pulling in huge crowds across India and overseas markets. Experts say its mix of folklore, action, and cultural themes has drawn viewers from all regions. On day one, it earned around ₹80 crore worldwide, setting a high bar right away.

Collections stayed solid through the first week, crossing ₹400 crore by day six. The second weekend saw a boost, with Sunday alone bringing in about ₹40 crore in India. This push helped it reach key milestones fast. Trade reports note that positive word of mouth and repeat viewings have kept theaters packed, especially in Karnataka and Telugu states.

Overseas, the film has done well in North America, grossing over $11 million. Fans praise its visual effects and storytelling, which blend myth with modern action. This global appeal has made it one of the top earners for a regional film.

  • Key opening day figures: ₹69-72 crore gross in India, pushing worldwide to ₹80-87 crore.
  • First weekend total: Estimated at ₹300-350 crore worldwide, driven by strong holiday crowds.
  • Mid-week hold: Collections dipped slightly but stayed above ₹10 crore daily in India.

Beating Big Blockbusters

Kantara Chapter 1 has now overtaken several all-time hits in lifetime earnings. It surpassed Baahubali: The Beginning’s ₹650 crore global gross and Salman Khan’s Sultan at ₹628 crore. This puts it in the top 20 highest-grossing Indian films ever.

Rishab Shetty

What makes this impressive is the film’s budget, estimated at under ₹100 crore, much lower than those mega productions. Rishab Shetty, who also directs, has turned this prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara into a pan-India success story.

Comparisons show it beating Brahmastra and 3 Idiots in some markets by day seven. In Karnataka, it set a record for the biggest Monday ever, outdoing Baahubali 2. Trade analysts point to its cultural resonance as the reason it edges out these giants.

The film’s climb highlights a shift in Indian cinema, where regional stories can dominate nationally. It trails some 2025 releases like Chhaava in India but leads overseas.

Day-Wise Collection Breakdown

To understand its run, here is a table of estimated worldwide gross collections based on trade reports up to day 12:

Day India Gross (₹ Cr) Overseas Gross (₹ Cr) Worldwide Total (₹ Cr)
Day 1 80-87 10-15 90-102
Day 2 60-70 8-10 68-80
Day 3 80-90 12-15 92-105
Day 4 100-110 15-20 115-130
Day 5 50-60 10-12 60-72
Day 6 40-50 8-10 48-60
Day 7 30-40 7-9 37-49
Day 8 25-30 6-8 31-38
Day 9 35-40 9-11 44-51
Day 10 45-50 12-14 57-64
Day 11 50-55 13-15 63-70
Day 12 20-25 5-7 25-32

These numbers show a peak during weekends and a natural drop on weekdays. Total worldwide gross stands at around ₹650-675 crore, with India contributing ₹542 crore gross.

Regional Success and Challenges

In India, Karnataka leads with massive turnout, followed by Telugu and Hindi versions. The Hindi dub has neared ₹100 crore, a big win for a non-Bollywood film. Telugu states saw a strong hold, adding to the buzz.

Challenges include competition from new releases and the usual weekday slump. On day 12, earnings fell 64% from Sunday to ₹13.5 crore net in India. Still, experts predict it will hit ₹700 crore soon if the trend holds.

Overseas markets like the US and Canada have boosted totals, with Kannada expatriates turning out in droves. This mirrors the success of the original Kantara, which also grew through cultural word of mouth.

Future Projections and Impact

Looking ahead, the film could cross ₹800 crore worldwide if it maintains momentum into the third week. Analysts forecast a lifetime total of ₹750-850 crore, making it one of 2025’s biggest hits.

This success boosts Kannada cinema on the global stage. Rishab Shetty’s vision has inspired filmmakers to explore regional myths. It also sets up potential sequels, given the franchise’s growing fan base.

The movie stars Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram alongside Shetty. Produced by Hombale Films, it explores themes of tradition and conflict in a period setting.

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