Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 Box Office Day 24 – Rishab Shetty’s Epic Nears ₹800 Crore Worldwide

Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 continues its record-breaking theatrical run, proving once again that cinematic storytelling, rooted in culture and spirituality, can conquer global audiences. Directed and headlined by Rishab Shetty, the film has touched an unprecedented ₹800.2 crore worldwide by Day 24.

Box Office Performance – Day 24

The film remained strong even in its fourth week, collecting ₹9.1 crore (India Net) on Day 24, which is remarkable for a post-festive weekend. Regional audiences continue to show immense support, keeping the momentum alive with packed shows across multiple territories.

• Kannada (Home Market): ₹2.85 Cr on Day 24 – Total ₹186.6 Cr
• Telugu: ₹0.6 Cr on Day 24 – Total ₹88.25 Cr
• Hindi: ₹4.25 Cr on Day 24 – Total ₹200.5 Cr
• Tamil: ₹0.9 Cr on Day 24 – Total ₹59.85 Cr
• Malayalam: ₹0.4 Cr on Day 24 – Total ₹44 Cr

India Net Collection: ₹579.2 Cr
India Gross Collection: ₹690.5 Cr
Overseas Collection: ₹109.7 Cr
Worldwide Total: ₹800.2 Cr

Regional Domination

Rishab Shetty’s cinematic universe seamlessly crosses linguistic borders. The film has managed to connect with audiences across India:

• Kannada version remains its strongest pillar, almost touching ₹190 crore in Karnataka.
• Hindi version achieves a rare milestone, cruising past ₹200 crore without any extensive promotions.
• Telugu version enjoys sustained business with steady collections from multiplexes and single screens alike.
• In Tamil Nadu and Kerala, the film’s cultural depth and storytelling have struck a special chord with audiences.

Rishab Shetty’s Vision and Filmmaking Triumph

Taking the mystical lore of Kantara to even greater heights, Shetty’s direction blends folklore, faith, and human emotions with technical finesse. The prequel delves deeper into the deity’s legend and the origins of divine power, making it both visually majestic and spiritually profound.

What sets Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 apart is its sincerity. Rishab Shetty’s dual performance, Ajaneesh Loknath’s haunting score, and B. Ajaneesh’s soundscape lift the film into an immersive experience of myth and emotion.

Box Office Milestones

• Fastest Kannada film to cross the ₹500 crore India Net milestone.
• Crossed ₹800 crore worldwide, ranking among all-time Indian blockbusters.
• Hindi version surpasses ₹200 crore, standing alongside massive multilingual hits like RRR and KGF 2.
• Overseas earnings of ₹109.7 crore are among the highest for a South Indian release this year.

Audience and Industry Response

Audiences across India have hailed the film as a spiritual experience rather than just cinema. Online, moviegoers praised Rishab for “bringing back cinema with a soul.” Film celebrities such as Amitabh Bachchan, Rajamouli, and Karan Johar lauded his bold vision, while fans celebrated the emotional power of its climactic sequences.

Industry experts highlight that Kantara: Chapter 1 has single-handedly extended the success streak of Hombale Films, which also delivered blockbusters like KGF: Chapter 2.

The Hindi Market Marvel

The Hindi version’s astounding ₹200.5 crore collection proves that authentic regional storytelling thrives across boundaries. Without major marketing campaigns or urban promotions, the film’s organic word-of-mouth turned it into a phenomenon even in the Hindi-speaking belt.

Major contributors:

• Delhi NCR and Mumbai circuits saw huge weekend surges.
• Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities such as Indore, Lucknow, Jaipur, and Nagpur recorded extraordinary occupancies.
• The Hindi audience embraced the folklore-based narrative, proving that relatable emotion transcends language.

Global Impact and Future Growth

The international response is equally magnificent. From the USA to the UAE, and from Australia to Canada, Kantara: Chapter 1 continues to enchant audiences with its universal spiritual core.

• International screenings continue to expand across Asian and European territories.
• Special re-releases are planned during the festive season.
• Analysts predict the lifetime total may reach between ₹850–900 crore globally.

Final Verdict

Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 stands tall as one of the greatest triumphs in Indian cinematic history — a powerful reminder that authentic, rooted storytelling can not only entertain but also enlighten audiences worldwide.

• India Net: ₹579.2 Cr
• India Gross: ₹690.5 Cr
• Overseas: ₹109.7 Cr
• Worldwide: ₹800.2 Cr
• Verdict: All-Time Blockbuster

The legend of Kantara will continue as fans eagerly await Rishab Shetty’s next chapter in this mythological epic saga.