The Hindi version of “Kantara: Chapter 1,” directed by Rishabh Shetty, has made a significant impact at the box office, showcasing remarkable earnings over its opening weekend. The film has not only excelled in its home market but has also outperformed several Bollywood films, setting new benchmarks for box office collections. Here’s a closer look at the impressive figures and the films that have been surpassed by “Kantara: Chapter 1” during its debut.
Entertainment Desk, New Delhi. Following the success of Kannada cinema’s “Kantara,” the prequel titled “Kantara: Chapter 1” has now hit the screens. Rishabh Shetty, who has excelled both in front of and behind the camera, continues to impress audiences and critics alike with his directing and acting prowess. His performance resonates deeply with viewers, evoking strong emotional reactions throughout the film.
In addition to receiving widespread praise, “Kantara: Chapter 1” is also achieving unprecedented earnings. The film has broken records within just four days of its release, not only impressing audiences in the South but also making a significant mark in Northern territories. In the Hindi market, it has outperformed numerous Bollywood films and other pan-Indian releases from 2025.
Kantara’s Box Office Triumph
The film had an outstanding opening day, amassing a staggering ₹61.85 crore across India. Its momentum continued with earnings of ₹45.5 crore on the second day. The figures saw a remarkable increase on Saturday, followed by a strong performance on Sunday, with collections of ₹55 crore and ₹61.5 crore, respectively.
Hindi Earnings of Kantara Chapter 1
While the total collection includes figures from all languages, it is noteworthy to mention the film’s Hindi earnings. “Kantara: Chapter 1” has shattered the opening weekend records of ten Hindi films released this year. According to estimates from Caiknilk, the film has garnered ₹74 crore in Hindi alone during its opening weekend, surpassing major releases like “Red 2” and “Coolie.”
Films Surpassed by Kantara
This year has seen several Hindi and pan-Indian films that performed admirably at the box office during their first weekends. However, “Kantara: Chapter 1” has emerged victorious, setting new records. The film has overtaken the opening weekend figures of the following ten films:
- Sunny Sanskari’s “Tulsi Kumari” – ₹30 crore
- “Param Beautiful” – ₹28.48 crore
- “Coolie” – ₹18 crore
- “Son of Sardar 2” – ₹24.75 crore
- “Dhadak 2” – ₹11.97 crore
- “Metro These Days” – ₹18.65 crore
- “Stars on Land” – ₹57.30 crore
- “Red 2” – ₹73.83 crore
- “Sky Force” – ₹73.20 crore
- “Game Changer” – ₹19.95 crore
With a phenomenal opening weekend, “Kantara: Chapter 1” has set a high standard. As the film moves into the weekdays without any holiday boosts, all eyes will be on its performance to see if it can maintain this impressive momentum.
