‘Kantara Chapter 1’, directed by and starring Rishab Shetty, has been unstoppable since its release on 2 October. The film has now crossed the Rs 350 crore mark in India within just nine days of its release.According to Sacnilk, on day nine, the film earned an estimated Rs 22 crore net in India on its second Friday, taking its total domestic collection to Rs 359.40 crore. The first week itself saw an impressive Rs 337.4 crore, with strong weekday numbers between Rs 21–34 crore.
‘Kantara Chapter 1’ Box office report
The film opened to a roaring Rs 61.85 crore on its first Thursday, followed by Rs 45.4 crore on Friday. Over the weekend, the numbers went even higher, Rs 55 crore on Saturday and Rs 63 crore on Sunday.Even during weekdays, when collections usually drop, the film continued to perform well, making Rs 31.5 crore on Monday, Rs 34.25 crore on Tuesday, and Rs 25.25 crore on Wednesday. On the eighth day, it brought in Rs 21.15 crore, while the ninth day added Rs 22 crore more to its tally.With a total of Rs 359.40 crore, ‘Kantara Chapter 1’ has become one of the biggest hits of the year so far, and the excitement doesn’t seem to be slowing down. Fans are now waiting to see how it performs over the second weekend.
‘Kantara Chapter 1’ day-wise Box Office collection
Day 1 (Thursday) – Rs 61.85 croreDay 2 (Friday) – Rs 45.40 croreDay 3 (Saturday) – Rs 55.00 croreDay 4 (Sunday) – Rs 63.00 croreDay 5 (Monday) – Rs 31.50 croreDay 6 (Tuesday) – Rs 34.25 croreDay 7 (Wednesday) – Rs 25.25 croreDay 8 (Thursday) – Rs 21.15 croreWeek 1 Total – Rs 337.40 croreDay 9 (Friday, early estimates) – Rs 22.00 croreTotal (till Day 9) – Rs 359.40 crore
Rukmini Vasanth opens up about her role
Rukmini Vasanth, who plays the regal Princess Kanakavathi in ‘Kantara Chapter 1’, shared her experience of taking on a role that pushed her beyond her comfort zone.In an interview with ETimes, she said, “I wouldn’t call them challenges, that’s our work as actors. In this film, I play the role of a princess, which is far from who I am. So I had to really understand her mental state and prepare accordingly. There was a lot of physical training too—I learned sword fighting, horse riding and even worked on the dialect of South Karnataka, which is slightly different from the Kannada I usually speak. All of it was exciting and enriching.”For Rukmini, this film was more than just another role. She said, “Sometimes, in an acting career, you get a film that helps you explore one aspect like action, or dance, or emotions. But ‘Kantara’ gave me everything at once. I had to stretch myself in multiple directions, which was very gratifying as an actor. It made me grow, and it also made me aware of areas I can continue to work on. In that sense, it was truly an eye-opener.”Her performance as Kanakavathi has been widely praised, with fans appreciating the grace and strength she brought to the role.
About ‘Kantara Chapter 1’
‘Kantara Chapter 1’ takes audiences back to pre-colonial coastal Karnataka, long before the events of ‘Kantara’ unfolded. The story follows Berme (played by Rishab Shetty), a tribal man who stands up against Prince Kulashekara (Gulshan Devaiah) to secure freedom for his people.Amidst the power struggle, Berme falls in love with Princess Kanakavathi (Rukmini Vasanth), creating a powerful mix of love, loyalty, and rebellion. The film also explores the rich Bhuta Kola rituals of Tulu Nadu, adding a deep spiritual layer to the story.Alongside Rishab and Rukmini, the film also stars Jayaram and Gulshan Devaiah, adding more depth and talent to the cast.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.
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