Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues to shine at the box office, even as it slows slightly in its second week. The Kannada blockbuster has won over audiences and broken records. In just 13 days, it has crossed the lifetime collections of several big-budget films.
Kantara Chapter 1 Box Office Collection Day 13
According to Sacnilk, Kantara Chapter 1 earned an estimated Rs 13.5 crore net on Day 13. This takes its total domestic collection to Rs 465.25 crore. With this, the film has already beaten the lifetime worldwide collection of Vijay’s The GOAT, which made Rs 457 crore. It has also surpassed Salman Khan’s Tiger 3, which earned Rs 464 crore domestically.
The film started strong. In its first week, it collected Rs 337.4 crore. Weekdays showed a little dip, keeping momentum steady. However, it saw a significant drop on Monday. Collections fell 66% to Rs 13.35 crore from Sunday’s Rs 39.75 crore. Despite this, analysts say the film is holding well and has a good chance in its third week.
Kantara Chapter 1 is expected to cross the Rs 500 crore mark in India during its third week. Its next big target is Sunny Deol’s Gadar 2, one of the top 10 highest-grossing Indian films. To beat it, Kantara Chapter 1 will need over Rs 60 crore more. Fans and box office trackers are eagerly watching to see if it can reach this milestone.
Kantara Chapter 1 Box Office Collection Day 13
| Day | India Net Collection (Rs cr) |
|---|---|
| Day 1 [1st Thursday] | Rs 61.85 cr |
| Day 2 [1st Friday] | Rs 45.4 cr |
| Day 3 [1st Saturday] | Rs 55 cr |
| Day 4 [1st Sunday] | Rs 63 cr |
| Day 5 [1st Monday] | Rs 31.5 cr |
| Day 6 [1st Tuesday] | Rs 34.25 cr |
| Day 7 [1st Wednesday] | Rs 25.25 cr |
| Day 8 [2nd Thursday] | Rs 21.15 cr |
| Week 1 Collection | Rs 337.4 cr |
| Day 9 [2nd Friday] | Rs 22.25 cr |
| Day 10 [2nd Saturday] | Rs 39 cr |
| Day 11 [2nd Sunday] | Rs 39.75 cr |
| Day 12 [2nd Monday] | Rs 13.35 cr |
| Day 13 [2nd Tuesday] | Rs 13.5 cr early estimates |
| Total | Rs 465.23 cr nett |
About Rishab Shetty’s Prequel
Kantara Chapter 1 is a prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara. The original film was praised for showcasing the Bhuta Kola tradition of coastal Karnataka. Written and directed by Rishab Shetty, he also stars as Berme, a tribal warrior whose journey mixes folklore with drama.
The film is produced by Hombale Films, known for big projects like KGF and Salaar. It also stars Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram. Stunning visuals, strong performances, and a gripping story have made the film a hit.
Worldwide, Kantara Chapter 1 has already crossed Rs 600 crore. It is the second-highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 after Chhaava. The film’s success shows how Kannada cinema is reaching wider audiences. It also proves that stories rooted in culture can appeal to viewers across India and the world.
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