The box office rampage of Kantara: Chapter 1 continues with full force. After a record-smashing second weekend, the film held its ground exceptionally well on its second Monday, proving its strong connection with the audience. The total gross collection for the Rishab Shetty starrer has now crossed the ₹515 crore mark in just twelve days, a phenomenal achievement that has solidified its blockbuster status.
A Super-Strong Monday Hold
Most films see a significant drop on their second Monday, but Kantara: Chapter 1 is a different story. The film collected a fantastic ₹15.25 crore on its 12th day, signaling a long and healthy run at the box office. The second week is now heading for a massive total of around ₹170 crore. By the end of this week, the film is expected to comfortably cross ₹550 crore and will likely storm past the ₹600 crore mark in its third weekend.
Here is the day-wise box office breakdown in India:
| Day | Gross Collection (India) |
|---|---|
| Week One (8 days) | ₹383.00 cr. |
| 2nd Friday | ₹24.75 cr. |
| 2nd Saturday | ₹45.00 cr. |
| 2nd Sunday | ₹46.75 cr. |
| 2nd Monday | ₹15.25 cr. |
| Total | ₹514.75 cr. |
All-Time Record Beckons In Karnataka
The film’s performance in its home state of Karnataka is simply historic. On its second Monday, it collected approximately ₹5.50 crore, scoring the biggest second Monday of all time and beating the record previously held by the original Kantara. With a total gross of ₹169.50 crore in the state, the film is set to become the highest-grossing film ever in Karnataka by today, a truly monumental feat.
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Here is the territorial breakdown of the collections so far:
| Area | Gross Collection |
|---|---|
| Karnataka | ₹169.50 cr. |
| AP/TS | ₹86.75 cr. |
| Tamil Nadu | ₹49.00 cr. |
| Kerala | ₹44.50 cr. |
| Rest of India | ₹165.00 cr. |
| INDIA | ₹514.75 cr. |
The Race To Become 2025’s Biggest Film
The film is performing strongly in other regions as well. It is expected to cross the ₹50 crore mark in Tamil Nadu today, with Kerala not far behind. The Hindi version also remains steady, collecting ₹4.45 crore nett on Monday for a total of ₹150.67 crore. The big question now is whether Kantara: Chapter 1 can surpass Chhaava (approx. ₹690 crore) to become the highest-grossing film of the year. The answer will depend on how well the film holds its own during the competitive Diwali period, but the race is well and truly on.
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About Kantara: Chapter 1
Kantara: Chapter 1 is a Kannada-language action-thriller serving as a prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara. Written and directed by Rishab Shetty, who also stars in the lead role, the film is produced by Hombale Films. It explores the origins of the traditions and the deity Panjurli Daiva shown in the first film.
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