Kantara Chapter 1 Worldwide Box Office Collection: Rishab Shetty Film Surpasses Sultan and Baahubali

Kantara Chapter 1 is rewriting box office history. Rishab Shetty’s ambitious period mythological drama has crossed the lifetime worldwide collections of blockbuster hits Sultan (2016) and Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) in just 12 days of release. The film is now inching towards the ₹700 crore mark globally, a rare feat for a Kannada-language production.

Released on October 2, 2025, the prequel to the 2022 cult hit Kantara continues to dominate despite strong competition from Dharma Productions’ Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari. Its performance signals a new era for South Indian cinema on the global stage.

Kantara Chapter 1 Box Office Breaks Past Sultan and Baahubali Records

According to trade reports, Kantara Chapter 1 has collected a staggering ₹655 crore worldwide within just 11 days. By its 12th day, estimates suggest the film’s global tally is closing in on ₹650–655 crore, setting the stage for a historic ₹700 crore milestone before the end of its second week.

In India, the film has grossed ₹542 crore, with ₹451.90 crore net in just 12 days. Despite a 64% dip on Monday — earning ₹13.50 crore net after a powerful ₹39.75 crore Sunday — the numbers remain extraordinary. Overseas, the film has been performing exceptionally well, grossing over $11 million (approximately ₹92 crore), led by strong demand in North America.

This performance pushes Kantara Chapter 1 beyond the lifetime global earnings of Sultan and Baahubali: The Beginning, both considered milestones in Indian cinema. Achieving this in less than two weeks cements Rishab Shetty’s film as a cultural phenomenon and one of the biggest Indian blockbusters of the decade.

Record-Breaking Run and Industry Impact

The film’s rapid rise is even more remarkable considering its ₹125 crore production budget. Hombale Films’ decision to release the movie in seven languages — Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English — has expanded its reach significantly. This multilingual strategy mirrors the success model of pan-Indian films like RRR and KGF, and the results speak for themselves.

Industry experts believe Kantara Chapter 1 could surpass ₹700 crore by the end of its second week, positioning it among the top five highest-grossing Indian films ever made. Its success is expected to further elevate the global profile of Kannada cinema and encourage more mythological action dramas from regional filmmakers.

Fans are also excited about the future of the franchise. The film’s ending officially confirmed Kantara Chapter 2, continuing the saga that began with the critically acclaimed 2022 original.

As Kantara Chapter 1 edges closer to ₹700 crore worldwide, it has not only cemented Rishab Shetty’s reputation as a powerhouse storyteller but also proven that regional cinema can dominate global box office charts with the right blend of storytelling, scale, and cultural depth.

FYI (keeping you in the loop)-

Q1: What is Kantara Chapter 1’s worldwide box office collection so far?

As of its 12th day, Kantara Chapter 1 has earned around ₹650–655 crore worldwide and is expected to cross ₹700 crore soon.

Q2: Has Kantara Chapter 1 surpassed Sultan and Baahubali?

Yes, the film has already overtaken the lifetime worldwide collections of Sultan (2016) and Baahubali: The Beginning (2015) in just 12 days.

Q3: What is the budget of Kantara Chapter 1?

The film was made on an estimated budget of ₹125 crore, making its box office performance highly profitable.

Q4: Will there be a Kantara Chapter 2?

Yes, the third part of the franchise, Kantara Chapter 2, was officially announced at the end of Kantara Chapter 1.

Q5: In how many languages is Kantara Chapter 1 available?

The film has been released in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English.