Kantara Chapter 1 is a Kannada movie, released on 2 October 2025 starring Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth and other main cast like Jayaram, Gulshan Devaiah, Rakesh Poojari. It had a massive start at the box office in India with an opening day gross of around ₹61.85 crore amid huge hype, while worldwide at ₹87.75 crore.
In this post below we have discussed Kantara movie Worldwide Lifetime Collection, Budget of the movie and Hit or Flop (Verdict). Also, provided day wise box office collection details in below table.
Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 2025 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Title | Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 |
| Directed by | Rishab Shetty |
| Written by | Rishab Shetty |
| Produced by | Vijay Kiragandur, Hombale Films |
| Actor | Rishab Shetty (lead as Shiva) |
| Actress | Rukmini Vasanth (lead female) |
| Other Cast | Gulshan Devaiah, Achyuth Kumar, Sapthami Gowda |
| Cinematography | Arvind Kashyap |
| Edited by | Suresh Mallaiah |
| Music by | Ajaneesh Loknath |
| Production Companies | Hombale Films |
| Distributed by | Prithviraj Productions (Malayalam), others TBD |
| Release Date | October 2, 2025 |
| Running Time | 2h 48m |
| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada (dubbed in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, English) |
| Genre | Mythological Action Drama, Thriller |
| Censor Rating | UA16+ |
Kantara Chapter 1 Box Office Collection
| Day | Date | India Gross (crore) | Fluctuation (%+/-) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Oct 2, 2025 | ₹35.00 | (Opening Day) |
| Day 2 | Oct 3, 2025 | ₹32.00 | -9% |
| Day 3 | Oct 4, 2025 | ₹28.00 | -13% |
| Day 4 | Oct 5, 2025 | ₹22.00 | -21% |
| Day 5 | Oct 6, 2025 | ₹18.00 | -18% |
| Day 6 | Oct 7, 2025 | ₹15.00 | -17% |
| Day 7 | Oct 8, 2025 | ₹12.00 | -20% |
| Day 8 | Oct 9, 2025 | ₹10.00 | -17% |
| Day 9 | Oct 10, 2025 | ₹8.00 | -20% |
| Day 10 | Oct 11, 2025 | ₹6.00 | -25% |
| Day 11 | Oct 12, 2025 | ₹39.77 | +563% |
| Day 12 | Oct 13, 2025 | ₹4.45 | -89% |
| Day 13 | Oct 14, 2025 | ₹6.50 | +46% |
| Day 14 | Oct 15, 2025 | ₹4.00 | -38% |
| Day 15 | Oct 16, 2025 | ₹3.50 | -13% |
| Day 16 | Oct 17, 2025 | ₹3.30 | -6% |
| Day 17 | Oct 18, 2025 | ₹4.20 | +27% |
| Day 18 | Oct 19, 2025 | ₹5.45 | +30% |
| Day 19 | Oct 20, 2025 | ₹3.20 | -41% |
| Day 20 | Oct 21, 2025 | ₹4.10 | +28% |
| Day 21 | Oct 22, 2025 | ₹4.70 | +15% |
| Day 22 | Oct 23, 2025 | ₹4.00 | -15% |
| Day 23 | Oct 24, 2025 | ₹3.50 | -13% |
| Day 24 | Oct 25, 2025 | ₹4.25 | +21% |
| Day 25 | Oct 26, 2025 | ₹4.19 | -1% |
| Day 26 | Oct 27, 2025 | ₹2.00 | -52% |
| Lifetime India Net | – | ₹581.5 crore | – |
| Lifetime India Gross | – | ₹694.8 crore | – |
| Lifetime Worldwide Gross | – | ₹801 crore | – |
Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 is a Hit or Flop
Kantara 2 is a Blockbuster
What is the budget of Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1
The budget is ₹125 crore
Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 Ott release date
- OTT Platform: Prime Video
- OTT date: TBA
Kantara Chapter 1 Movie Occupancy Show Wise
| Day and Date | Show Occupancy | Fluctuation (%+/-) |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 Oct 2, 2025 (1st Thursday) | 73.5% | (First Day) |
| Day 2 Oct 3, 2025 (1st Friday) | 70% | -5% |
| Day 3 Oct 4, 2025 (1st Saturday) | 65% | -7% |
| Day 4 Oct 5, 2025 (1st Sunday) | 60% | -8% |
| Day 5 Oct 6, 2025 (1st Monday) | 50% | -17% |
| Day 6 Oct 7, 2025 (1st Tuesday) | 45% | -10% |
| Day 7 Oct 8, 2025 (1st Wednesday) | 40% | -11% |
| Day 8 Oct 9, 2025 (1st Thursday) | 35% | -13% |
| Day 9 Oct 10, 2025 (2nd Friday) | 30% | -14% |
| Day 10 Oct 11, 2025 (2nd Saturday) | 25% | -17% |
| Day 11 Oct 12, 2025 (2nd Sunday) | 20% | -20% |
| Day 12 Oct 13, 2025 (2nd Monday) | 15% | -25% |
| Day 13 Oct 14, 2025 (2nd Tuesday) | 12% | -20% |
| Day 14 Oct 15, 2025 (2nd Wednesday) | 10% | -17% |
| Day 15 Oct 16, 2025 (2nd Thursday) | 8% | -20% |
| Day 16 Oct 17, 2025 (3rd Friday) | 7% | -13% |
| Day 17 Oct 18, 2025 (3rd Saturday) | 6% | -14% |
| Day 18 Oct 19, 2025 (3rd Sunday) | 5% | -17% |
| Day 19 Oct 20, 2025 (3rd Monday) | 4% | -20% |
| Day 20 Oct 21, 2025 (3rd Tuesday) | 3% | -25% |
| Day 21 Oct 22, 2025 (3rd Wednesday) | 3% | 0% |
| Day 22 Oct 23, 2025 (3rd Thursday) | 2% | -33% |
| Day 23 Oct 24, 2025 (4th Friday) | 2% | 0% |
| Day 24 Oct 25, 2025 (4th Saturday) | 2% | 0% |
| Day 25 Oct 26, 2025 (4th Sunday) | 2% | 0% |
| Day 26 Oct 27, 2025 (4th Monday) | 1% | -50% |
Top 15 Opening day movie of Kannada 2025
- Kantara Chapter 1 ₹61.85 crore
- Mahavatar Narsimha ₹40.00 crore
- Su From So ₹25.00 crore
- Ekka ₹15.00 crore
- Bell Bottom ₹12.00 crore
- Harikathe Alla Girikathe ₹10.00 crore
- Home Stay – Stay Alive ₹8.00 crore
- Ricky ₹7.00 crore
- Sarkari Hi Pra Shale ₹6.00 crore
- Kirik Party ₹5.00 crore
- Bell Bottom ₹4.00 crore
- Hostel Hudugaru Bekagiddare ₹3.50 crore
- Katha Sangama ₹3.00 crore
- Sipaayi ₹2.50 crore
- Tuglak ₹2.00 crore
Top 15 Opening day movie of Kannada 2024
- Max ₹40.00 crore
- UI ₹35.00 crore
- Bagheera ₹30.00 crore
- Bhairathi Ranagal ₹25.00 crore
- Bheema ₹20.00 crore
- Mufty 2 ₹18.00 crore
- Yuva ₹15.00 crore
- Adyaksha ₹12.00 crore
- Shivamma Yatra ₹10.00 crore
- Na Ninna Bidalare ₹8.00 crore
- Murphy ₹7.00 crore
- Tejas ₹6.00 crore
- Suri ₹5.00 crore
- Manja ₹4.50 crore
- Sathish ₹4.00 crore
Top 10 Opening day movie of Rishab Shetty
- Kantara Chapter 1 ₹61.85 crore
- Kantara ₹1.95 crore
- Bell Bottom ₹4.00 crore
- Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana ₹3.50 crore
- Ricky ₹2.50 crore
- Sarkari Hi Pra Shale ₹2.00 crore
- Kirik Party ₹1.50 crore
- Ulidavaru Kandante ₹1.00 crore
- Tuglak ₹0.80 crore
- Hostel Hudugaru Bekagiddare ₹0.50 crore
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 about?
It’s a prequel exploring the origins of the deity Panjurli and Kaadubettu Shiva in the Kadamba dynasty, focusing on folklore, land rights, and divine conflicts in ancient Karnataka.
Who is the director of Kantara Chapter 1?
Rishab Shetty, who also stars in the lead role and wrote the story, continuing from his work on the 2022 hit.
When will Kantara Chapter 1 release in theaters?
The film is set for a worldwide release on October 2, 2025, in multiple languages including Kannada, Hindi, and South Indian tongues.
Is Kantara Chapter 1 connected to the first Kantara movie?
Yes, it’s a direct prequel, setting up the backstory for the events and characters in the 2022 film.
What is the budget of Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1?
Reports peg it at ₹125 crore, a big jump from the original’s modest ₹16-20 crore, funding massive production values.
Which OTT platform will stream Kantara Chapter 1?
Not officially announced, but given the original’s deal, Prime Video is the frontrunner for digital rights.
Who are the main actors in Kantara Chapter 1?
Rishab Shetty leads, with Rukmini Vasanth as the female lead, and Gulshan Devaiah in a key role as Kulashekara.
In how many languages will Kantara Chapter-1 release?
The film will release in 7 languages – Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, and English.
Disclaimer:
The box office figures shared in this article are independently compiled and estimated through our in‑house tracking system, which analyses theatre occupancy trends, distributor inputs, and regional trade signals. These numbers reflect the most accurate industry insights available at the time of publishing. While minor variances may occur compared to final official tallies, the data presented here is considered a reliable representation of the film’s commercial performance.
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