Usually, films lose their theatrical momentum once they hit OTT platforms — but Kantara Chapter 1 is proving to be an extraordinary exception. Directed by Rishabh Shetty, this mythological epic continues its winning streak at the box office, showing no signs of slowing down even after nearly a month in theaters.

Kantara Chapter 1 Continues Its Dream Run

Produced by Hombale Films and starring Rishabh Shetty alongside Gulshan Devaiah, Kantara Chapter 1 was released across India in five languages — Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi. The film has received immense love nationwide, performing strongly in every region.

Even though the collections in the South have tapered slightly, its Hindi version is still roaring, earning over a crore a day. According to Saikunlik.com, the film has amassed a total of:

• ₹193.62 crore (Kannada)
• ₹89.68 crore (Telugu)
• ₹211.5 crore (Hindi)
• ₹61.93 crore (Tamil)
• ₹44.95 crore (Malayalam)

That brings Kantara Chapter 1’s 29-day domestic total to a whopping ₹601.68 crore — a historic figure for 2025.

Beating ‘Chawa’ to Become India’s No. 1 Film of 2025

Rishabh Shetty’s cinematic powerhouse has shattered records left and right, overtaking several Bollywood blockbusters like Saiyaara, Ek Tha Tiger, and Sultan. The film has now officially surpassed the highest-grossing Indian film of the year, Chawa, which earned ₹600.10 crore domestically.

With ₹601.68 crore in India and an astounding ₹824.75 crore worldwide (including ₹110.25 crore from overseas markets), Kantara Chapter 1 now stands as the biggest box office triumph of 2025.

A Phenomenon That Refuses to Slow Down

Even after its OTT release, Kantara Chapter 1 continues to pull audiences to theaters — a testament to its gripping storytelling, cultural depth, and Rishabh Shetty’s magnetic screen presence. The film’s pace at the box office is as swift as a cheetah, rewriting the rules of success for Indian cinema.