Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara Chapter 1’ continues its phenomenal theatrical run, surpassing ₹610 crore domestically even after its digital release. The prequel, exploring the origins of the Boota Kola ritual, has captivated audiences with strong performances and stunning visuals. Industry stalwarts have lauded the film, cementing its status as a cinematic achievement.
Actor-director Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues its remarkable run in theatres even after its digital release. Despite being available for streaming, audiences are still heading to cinemas to witness the film on the big screen. The movie has now crossed the Rs 610 crore mark at the domestic box office.
Steady collections on fifth Sunday
According to early estimates by Sacnilk, the film earned Rs 3.25 crore on its fifith Sunday, taking the overall collection at the domestic box office to Rs 610.40 crore. The report also stated that Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 had an overall 37.56 percent Kannada, 32.00 percent Hindi, and 46.64 percent Tamil occupancy on Sunday, November 02, 2025.
BTS struggles
Earlier, in a post, Rishab shared a picture of his swollen leg, due to the strenuous action sequences he endured during filming. With the image, Rishab Shetty wrote in Kannada and English, explaining the grueling conditions he faced. His post translated to English, he wrote, “This was during the climax shoot, a swollen leg, an exhausted body .. but today, the climax has become something that millions watch and admire.”He further added that it was possible due to the blessings of the divine energy and shared his thanks to everyone who supported him and the team.
Exploring the roots of the legend
Directed by Rishab Shetty, the film features Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram in key roles. A prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara, it explores the ancient origins of the Boota Kola ritual and deepens the mythology introduced in the first part. The film has received widespread praise for its strong performances, stunning VFX, and engaging storytelling.
Praise from audience and industry
The film has been praised not only by audiences and critics but also by several industry figures. Filmmakers Sandeep Reddy Vanga, Ram Gopal Varma, and Anupam Kher, along with cricketer KL Rahul and actor Suniel Shetty, have all hailed it as a cinematic masterpiece.DISCLAIMER: The box office numbers in this article are compiled from our proprietary sources and diverse public data. While we strive for accuracy, all figures are approximate unless explicitly mentioned, offering a fair representation of the project’s box office performance. We are open to feedback and suggestions on toientertainment@timesinternet.in. Go to Source
