The much-awaited Kantara Chapter 1 is hitting theaters on October 2, 2025. After the massive success of the first Kantara movie that collected over 400 crores worldwide, everyone’s excited to see how this prequel performs.
Movie Details Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Movie Name | Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 |
| Release Date | October 2, 2025 |
| Director | Rishab Shetty |
| Lead Actor | Rishab Shetty |
| Genre | Action, Thriller, Mythology |
| Languages | Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, English |
| Budget | ₹100-150 Crores (Estimated) |
| Advance Booking | ₹4.7 Crores+ (As per latest reports) |
| Screen Format | Standard and IMAX |
Box Office Collection Prediction
Based on the advance bookings and the buzz around the film, here’s what experts are predicting:
Day 1 Opening: The movie is expected to collect between 85 to 125 crores on its opening day across India. This is huge for a Kannada film.
First Week: The first week could bring in anywhere from 350 to 450 crores if the word of mouth is positive.
Total India Collection: Industry watchers believe the film could earn between 500 to 800 crores in India alone.
Overseas Collection: With international releases planned, the overseas market might add another 150 to 250 crores.
Worldwide Total: If everything goes well, Kantara Chapter 1 could cross the 1000 crore mark worldwide, making it one of the biggest Kannada blockbusters ever.
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Why Such High Expectations?
The original Kantara was a surprise hit that nobody saw coming. It started small but grew through positive reviews and became a cultural phenomenon. Now with a bigger budget and wider release, Chapter 1 has all the ingredients for success.
The advance bookings are already looking strong, especially in Karnataka where Bengaluru is leading the charge. The fact that it’s releasing on Gandhi Jayanti, a national holiday, will also help boost the opening numbers.
Keep in mind these are predictions based on early trends. The actual numbers will depend on how audiences react to the film once it releases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is Kantara Chapter 1 releasing?
A: The movie releases on October 2, 2025, coinciding with Gandhi Jayanti and Vijayadashami.
Q: How much has the advance booking collected?
A: As per latest reports, the film has collected over 4.7 crores in advance bookings before release.
Q: What is the predicted opening day collection?
A: The film is expected to collect between 85 to 125 crores on its opening day across all languages in India.
Q: Will it release in IMAX?
A: Yes, Kantara Chapter 1 will release in both standard and IMAX formats.
Q: In how many languages will the movie release?
A: The film will release in seven languages – Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Bengali, and English.