Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1 has officially entered the ₹500-crore club, becoming one of the biggest Indian films of 2025. The Kannada epic, which released on October 2, achieved this milestone in just over a week, setting new records for regional cinema.
According to trade reports, the film has grossed around ₹360 crore in India and over ₹500 crore worldwide. It now stands alongside KGF: Chapter 2 as one of the few Kannada films to cross this benchmark.
Blending action, folklore, and spirituality, Kantara: Chapter 1 has struck a chord with audiences across languages. Released in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam, it continues to dominate the box office with strong word-of-mouth and repeat viewings.
Sources: Hindustan Times, Business Standard, Filmibeat, NDTV.
