03 October 2025
Hyderabad

Rishab Shetty’s fantasy action adventure Kantara Chapter 1 has exploded onto the big screen, delivering a staggering global opening day collection of 89 crore+ worldwide. With an unprecedented 1.28 million tickets sold on its first day on BookMyShow, which is highest for any Indian movie this year.

Released yesterday during the Dussehra season, Kantara Chapter 1 received an electrifying response. The unanimous positive response post release, festive holidays, coupled with surging demand, has ensured packed houses on Day 2, with early trends suggesting the film’s box office momentum is far from slowing down. In fact, on Day 2, the film is recording over 60K ticket sales every hour on BookMyShow.

Critics and viewers alike are hailing the film as a cinematic triumph. Rishab Shetty, who both stars in and directs the film with Hombale Films bankrolling, has been accoladed for his dual-role brilliance. His portrayal of a spiritually intense character in a story steeped in mythology and folklore, backed by stunning visuals and an immersive soundtrack, has struck a deep chord with audiences.

As Kantara Chapter 1 rides high on critical acclaim and massive word-of-mouth buzz, industry insiders expect the movie to smash many box office records.