Kantara: Chapter 1 Smashes Box Office Records, Earns ₹335 Crore Worldwide in 4 Days

Entertainment News: Hombale Films’ Kantara: Chapter 1 has made a massive impact at the box office. The film has taken over theatres and become a nationwide sensation. In just four days, it has collected a huge Rs 335 crore worldwide, marking the biggest opening weekend of the year. This isn’t just a successful movie—it’s a box office storm.

Record-Breaking Opening

Released on October 2, Kantara: Chapter 1 has impressed both audiences and critics. The numbers clearly show its success. On the first day, the film earned Rs 88 crore gross. The second day saw a slight dip to Rs 65 crore, but the weekend brought a strong comeback. On Saturday, it collected Rs 82 crore, and by the third day, the total went beyond Rs 235 crore globally. Sunday continued the strong trend, adding Rs 61.5 crore nett, taking the India nett total to Rs 232.75 crore in just four days.

Here’s the India day-wise box office (nett):

Day 1: Rs 61.85 crore
Day 2: Rs 54.4 crore
Day 3: Rs 55 crore
Day 4: Rs 61.5 crore

Winning Hearts Across Languages

The movie’s success goes beyond numbers. Released in seven languages—English, Bengali, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Hindi, and Kannada—it has connected deeply with audiences across regions. Its unique mix of folklore, powerful storytelling, and grand visuals has given it a strong pan-Indian and global reach.

Looking Ahead to New Records

Fans and trade experts are now waiting to see how far Kantara: Chapter 1 can go, with predictions suggesting it may soon cross the Rs 1000 crore mark. With its strong momentum, that goal seems within reach. A review from the media report praised the film’s visuals and storytelling, saying, “Arvind S. Kashyap’s cinematography beautifully captures both action and scenery. The production quality makes every frame look rich. Ajaneesh Loknath’s background score is powerful, though sometimes a bit loud. Rishab Shetty’s effort to bring folklore to life on such a big scale makes Kantara: Chapter 1 a remarkable film, even if the pace could have been smoother.” Directed by Rishab Shetty, who also stars in the film, Kantara: Chapter 1 serves as a prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara. The movie also features Jayaram, Gulshan Devaiah, and Rukmini Vasanth in key roles.