Bengaluru: Rishab Shetty’s blockbuster ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ has continued its dream run at the Indian box office, crossing Rs 450 crore nett domestically in just 12 days, despite witnessing a significant drop in collections on the second Monday.

Box office performance

According to tracking portal Sacnilk, the film earned Rs 13.5 crore nett on its 12th day, marking a 66% drop compared to Sunday (Day 11) collections. The Hindi and Kannada versions contributed Rs 4.75 crore each, while the other versions collectively added around Rs 1 crore nett in India.

The day-wise collection in India (nett) stands as follows:

  • Week 1: Rs 337.4 crore
  • Day 9: Rs 22.25 crore
  • Day 10: Rs 39 crore
  • Day 11: Rs 39.75 crore
  • Day 12: Rs 13.5 crore
  • Total: Rs 451.97 crore

The film’s gross collection crossed Rs 600 crore in just 11 days, cementing its position as one of the biggest commercial successes in recent Indian cinema.

Production and cast

Produced by Hombale Films, the movie was reportedly made on a budget of Rs 125 crore. The film is written, directed, and headlined by Rishab Shetty, who has been widely praised for his multifaceted role in its creation.

The prequel also stars Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, and Gulshan Devaiah in pivotal roles, with performances receiving critical acclaim for both acting and screen presence.

Audience reception and future run

Despite the drop in Monday collections, ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ continues to enjoy an uninterrupted run in theatres until Diwali, as no major releases are scheduled to compete in the coming week. Both audiences and critics have lauded the film for its storytelling, performances, and technical brilliance, contributing to its sustained box office success.

The film’s Hindi and regional versions have helped it garner a pan-India appeal, while its action sequences, cultural backdrop, and emotional narrative have resonated with a wide demographic.

Conclusion

While Monday witnessed a natural post-weekend drop, the film’s cumulative earnings and audience enthusiasm underline its blockbuster status, and it is expected to continue adding substantial figures to its domestic box office tally before the festive season ushers in new releases