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'Kantara: Chapter 1' Crushes Competition with Massive Box Office Debut
3 Oct
Summary
- 'Kantara: Chapter 1' rakes in over ₹60 crore on opening day
- Outperforms Bollywood film 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari'
- Strong occupancy across languages, particularly in Kannada
The regional film 'Kantara: Chapter 1' has made a remarkable debut at the box office, raking in over ₹60 crore on its opening day across India. Released in the festive season, the film has outperformed its Bollywood rival, 'Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari,' by a significant margin.
According to trade analysts, the morning shows on the second day suggest that 'Kantara: Chapter 1' has already done a business of around ₹6.72 crore in India, further cementing its position as a box office juggernaut. The film's impressive performance is evident in its occupancy numbers, with Kannada morning shows recording a strong 60.03% occupancy, followed by 38.51% in Telugu, 30% in Tamil, and 7.39% in Hindi.
Directed and headlined by Rishab Shetty, 'Kantara: Chapter 1' is a prequel to the 2022 blockbuster 'Kantara.' The film revolves around the conflict between the Kantara tribe, led by Berme, and the Bangra kingdom, ruled by the new king Kulasekhara. The movie has received widespread acclaim for its grand visuals, impressive VFX, and strong performances, particularly from Rishab Shetty. The portrayal of folklore, mythology, and cultural elements has also been highly appreciated.
