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Kantara Prequel Shatters Box Office Records, Crosses ₹65 Crore on Opening Day
3 Oct
Summary
- Kantara Chapter 1 crosses ₹65 crore on opening day
- Surpasses several big hits, including Rajinikanth's Coolie
- Praised by celebrities like Prabhas and Jr NTR
As of October 3rd, 2025, Rishab Shetty's highly anticipated prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara, titled Kantara Chapter 1, has made a sensational start at the box office. The film, which was released during the Dusshera festival, has crossed the ₹65 crore mark on its opening day, surpassing several major hits, including Rajinikanth's Coolie.
The film's impressive performance has not gone unnoticed, with celebrities like Prabhas and Jr NTR showering praise on the project. Prabhas took to social media to call Kantara Chapter 1 "the biggest blockbuster of the year," while Jr NTR congratulated the team, stating that Rishab Shetty "pulled off the unthinkable" by excelling as both a brilliant actor and director.
Backed by Hombale Films, Kantara Chapter 1 is one of the most awaited films of the year, not only in the Kannada film industry but also as a major pan-India festive release. The prequel's sensational start at the box office has further cemented its status as a must-watch for audiences across the country.
