Kantara: Chapter 1 Storms Towards Rs 400 Crore

Based on early reports from industry trackers, Rishab Shetty’s “Kantara: Chapter 1” is demonstrating phenomenal box office stamina, turning its first Monday into a blockbuster event in its own right. The film collected an estimated Rs 31.25 crore on its fifth day in theatres, a figure that not only signifies strong weekday hold but also surpasses the opening day collections of several major Bollywood releases this year. This impressive Monday haul comes after an explosive opening weekend, proving that powerful word-of-mouth is fuelling its relentless run and setting it on a record-breaking trajectory.

A deeper look at the numbers reveals the film’s pan-India appeal. The original Kannada version led the charge with Rs 11.5 crore on Monday, while its dubbed versions contributed significantly, with Hindi bringing in Rs 8.75 crore and Telugu adding Rs 5.5 crore. The Tamil and Malayalam audiences also showed solid support. This widespread acceptance was especially evident in its home state of Karnataka, where theatre occupancy soared to a remarkable 72.7% for the day, with evening shows hitting nearly 90% capacity—a rare feat for a weekday that underscores the film’s magnetic pull.

With this sustained performance, “Kantara: Chapter 1” has accelerated its financial juggernaut. The film’s India nett collection now stands at an estimated Rs 256.5 crore, propelling its worldwide gross to a staggering Rs 362.75 crore. It is now swiftly inching towards the monumental Rs 400 crore global mark. In a stunning turn of events, the sequel is well on course to surpass the entire lifetime worldwide collection of the original “Kantara” (Rs 407.82 crore) in less than two weeks of its release.

The box office triumph of “Kantara: Chapter 1” is more than just a success story; it is a cultural phenomenon rewriting the rules for regional cinema. By outperforming major star-driven vehicles on a regular weekday and captivating audiences across linguistic barriers, the film has cemented its status as the undisputed box office champion of the week. All eyes are now on the film as it continues its unstoppable march, poised to set new benchmarks in the days to come.