Kantara Chapter 1 Box Office Day 1: Rishab Shetty’s Prequel Earns Rs 60 Crore
The prequel to Rishab Shetty’s National Award-winning film Kantara hit theatres on October 2, opening to strong box office numbers. Directed by and starring Shetty, Kantara: Chapter 1 explores the ancient roots of the Kantara forest, delving deeper into Indian folklore. According to Sacnilk, the film earned Rs 60 crore on its opening day, with Rs 21 crore coming from the Hindi-dubbed version.
Occupancy rates were high across languages: 88.13% in Kannada, 75.34% in Telugu, 71.42% in Tamil, 66.61% in Malayalam, and 29.84% in Hindi.
Cast and Production
The film features Rishab Shetty alongside Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, Jayaram, and Rakesh Poojari. Produced by Hombale Films, the prequel promises grand visuals, folklore-driven storytelling, and powerful performances.
Review
Kantara: Chapter 1 starts with a slow-paced first half focused on world-building, which some viewers may find drawn-out. The second half picks up momentum with a faster-paced plot, elaborate action sequences, and a shocking twist. Rishab Shetty shines in intense, “possessed” sequences, commanding attention on screen, while some everyday scenes feel less impactful. Rukmini Vasanth’s performance, though consistent, tends to rely on limited expressions.
The film’s standout elements are its music and visuals. Composer B. Ajaneesh Loknath delivers a brilliant score, blending classical music to heighten scenes. Cinematography by Arvind S Kashyap and VFX create a rich, immersive world, with meticulous attention to detail—even capturing the emotions of animals convincingly.
In an era where stories rooted in Indian culture are finding massive success, Kantara: Chapter 1 combines folklore, striking visuals, and compelling music to carve its own space in the box office landscape.
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