Rishab Shetty’s Kantara Chapter 1 continues its unstoppable run at the Indian box office, crossing the Rs 350 crore net mark in just nine days. After a minor midweek slowdown, the film regained momentum over the weekend, drawing packed audiences nationwide and solidifying its position as one of the biggest Indian hits of 2025.
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, the film collected an estimated Rs 22 crore net on Day 9, slightly above the previous day’s Rs 21.15 crore, taking its domestic total to Rs 359.40 crore net. Makers have also confirmed that the movie has entered the Rs 500 crore club worldwide, cementing its commercial success.
Regional Performance: Karnataka Leads the Charge
Kantara Chapter 1 continues to dominate in its original Kannada version, recording an overall 42.58% occupancy on Friday. The day saw a sharp rise in attendance from morning to night shows:
- Morning: 14.87%
- Afternoon: 35.61%
- Night: 67.77%
Bengaluru led with 972 shows at 40.50% occupancy, followed by Mysuru (61.50%) and Shivamogga (77.75%). Smaller towns like Kundapura (84.25%) and Tumakuru (74.75%) also witnessed excellent turnout despite limited screenings, demonstrating the film’s pan-Karnataka appeal.
Strong South Indian Collections Across Languages
The Telugu version maintained steady growth with an average 24.99% occupancy, led by Hyderabad (469 shows at 27.75%) along with consistent performance from Vizag and Vijayawada.
The Tamil version recorded 30.36% occupancy, with Chennai leading (451 shows at 35.75%), and Coimbatore, Madurai, and Trichy contributing solidly. Meanwhile, the Malayalam version showed 28.10% occupancy, peaking at 53.23% at night, driven by strong turnouts in Kochi, Kozhikode, and Thrissur.
Pan-India Appeal in Hindi-Speaking Markets
Kantara Chapter 1 continues to impress in Hindi-speaking regions, achieving 15.65% overall occupancy on Friday. Key performances included:
- Mumbai: 755 shows
- Delhi NCR: 835 shows at 13% occupancy
- Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad: Higher-than-expected multiplex turnout
The strong performance across Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam markets underscores the film’s growing national footprint, breaking traditional regional barriers.
Box Office Summary – Day 9
| Version / Language | Occupancy % |
|---|---|
| Kannada | 42.58 |
| Telugu | 24.99 |
| Hindi | 15.65 |
| Tamil | 30.36 |
| Malayalam | 28.10 |
Domestic Total Net: Rs 359.40 crore
Worldwide Gross: Rs 500+ crore (confirmed by makers)
Conclusion
With Day 9 collections surpassing Rs 350 crore in India and sustained pan-India occupancy, Kantara Chapter 1 is proving to be a regional film with a national impact. Rishab Shetty’s masterful storytelling, rooted in folklore and cultural heritage, continues to resonate with audiences across all languages and regions.
The film’s second-weekend surge, combined with its entry into the Rs 500 crore global club, positions Kantara Chapter 1 as one of the most successful Indian films of 2025, redefining the box office potential of regional cinema.
