Rishab Shetty’s magnum opus, Kantara: Chapter 1, is proving to be an unstoppable force at the global box office. As it concludes its phenomenal first week, the period action-drama has not only captivated audiences but has also shattered significant records, cementing its place as a modern-day blockbuster. With its latest earnings, the film has stormed past the ₹450 crore mark worldwide, surpassing the lifetime collections of Bollywood giants like Brahmastra and 3 Idiots.
Kantara Chapter 1’s Dominant Box Office Run
The film’s performance in its first seven days has been nothing short of spectacular. On Wednesday, its seventh day in theatres, Kantara: Chapter 1 added a massive ₹25 crore net to its domestic total, showcasing incredible staying power.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of its box office performance so far:
Total Domestic Net Collection: ₹316 crore
Total Domestic Gross Collection: ₹379 crore
Worldwide Gross Collection: ₹451 crore
The film’s success isn’t limited to a single region; it’s a true pan-India phenomenon. The language-wise collections highlight its widespread appeal:
Hindi Version: Crossed the coveted ₹100 crore net mark.
Kannada Version: Close behind with an impressive ₹99 crore net.
Telugu Version: Raked in over ₹60 crore net.
Malayalam & Tamil Versions: Both dubbed versions have earned over ₹20 crore each.
Impressive Performance in International Markets
Kantara: Chapter 1 has also made a significant impact overseas, earning over $8 million (approx. ₹66 crore) in international territories. While the daily collections are now settling, the film has enough momentum to perform strongly through its second weekend, with industry experts predicting it will comfortably cross the ₹500 crore milestone very soon.
Surpassing All-Time Bollywood Hits
In a monumental achievement, Kantara: Chapter 1 has officially surpassed the lifetime worldwide collections of major blockbusters. On Thursday, its earnings raced past:
Brahmastra Part One – Shiva: ₹431 crore
3 Idiots: ₹450 crore
This incredible feat places the film higher on the list of highest-grossing Indian films of all time. The big question now is whether the film can maintain its powerful trajectory and aim for the elusive ₹1000-crore club. Its performance in the second weekend will be crucial in determining its ultimate box office destiny.
About Kantara: Chapter 1
Written, directed by, and starring the visionary Rishab Shetty, Kantara: Chapter 1 is a prequel set a thousand years before the events of the 2022 blockbuster Kantara. The film delves into the origins of the legend and features a stellar cast including Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram in pivotal roles. Following the prequel’s success, a sequel, Kantara: Chapter 2, has already been announced, promising to expand this captivating cinematic universe.