• Published: Oct 03 2025 12:07 PM
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Discover Kantara Chapter 1’s Day 2 box office collection, total earnings, audience reactions, and more. Get a complete breakdown of the latest box office update



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Kantara Chapter 1 Box Office Collection : has created a buzz in the Indian film industry. The action, drama, and folklore genre movie has drawn the attention of audiences across India. The film's wonderful performances, vibrant visuals, and plot connect well with people all over the country. 

The anticipation for the Day 2 box office number has been huge, as the excitement for how Kantara sustains its momentum following a historic Day 1 is palpable by fans and analysts alike.

Kantara Chapter 1

 Kantara Chapter 1 Day 1 Box Office Recap

Kantara Chapter 1 Box Office Collection was successful on the first day of release, earning a considerable amount of money. The film had theatres all over the country, and many were sold out in the urban areas. Major cities, like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Delhi had very good attendance, but it also did well in smaller markets and appeared to have a wider appeal for the story.

Region

Collections (₹ Crore)

Occupancy (%)

Notes

Karnataka

15.2

95%

Sold-out shows in major cities

Maharashtra

6.8

90%

Strong urban turnout

Tamil Nadu

3.4

85%

Steady performance

Kerala

2.2

80%

Good word-of-mouth impact

Rest of India

4

70%

Gradual growth expected

 Kantara Chapter 1 Day 2 Box Office Collection – Overview

 Box Office Collection Day 2 has demonstrated that the Kantara Chapter 1 has considerable staying power. While the collections decreased modestly from Day 1 (as is the case with most big openings), there was no significant weakening of the overall collections owing to positive word-of-mouth. All relevant reports suggested that the Day 2 collections likely exceeded ₹15–16 crore.

There was appeal from all different demographics for the film, and therefore sustained occupancy from family audiences, young adults, and cinephiles. Many theatres scheduled additional shows to keep up with the appetite for this film.

 Kantara Chapter 1 Day 2 Box Office Collection By Region

Region

Overall

Morning

Shows

Bengaluru

63.00%

63%

917

Hubballi (Hubli)

53.00%

53%

45

Mangaluru (Mangalore)

47.00%

47%

78

Kalaburagi (Gulbarga)

30.00%

30%

43

Belagavi (Belgaum)

9.00%

9%

21

Mumbai

12.00%

12%

99

Mysuru (Mysore)

89.00%

89%

115

Shivamogga

94.00%

94%

20

Kundapura

98.00%

98%

12

Tumakuru (Tumkur)

92.00%

92%

26

Manipal

81.00%

81%

32

Raichur

82.00%

82%

14

Hyderabad

50.00%

50%

21

 Kantara Chapter 1 Box Office Comparison With Other Indian Films

Film

Day 1 Collection (₹ Crore)

Day 2 Collection (₹ Crore)

Total After 2 Days (₹ Crore)

Kantara Chapter 1

31

32

63

Baahubali 2

35

30

65

Pushpa 2

25

28

53

Audience Reactions To Kantara Chapter 1

The release of Kantara Chapter 1 has created a huge buzz across India, and audiences are sharing their thoughts enthusiastically. Here’s a breakdown of how viewers reacted:

Positive Responses

  • Visuals and Action: Many individuals are in awe of the incredible visuals and sequences of action. People are saying things like, "The forest visuals and fighting scenes are truly unbelievable!" and "Every shot feels so real, it's as if you're truly seeing this unfold in front of you."
  • Performances: Rishab Shetty’s performance is getting a lot of love. Viewers referred to him as "great," and someone said he was "the backbone of the film." Rukmini Vasanth, along with the rest of the supporting cast, also received praise for being genuine in their roles.
  • Story and Cultural Tie: Audiences type how much they enjoy the idea of the movie showing traditional folklore, and conveying the life of the village. Users on social media were commenting, "It feels so real and rooted, brought me back to home" and "Kantara made our culture come to life on screen".
  • Emotional Pull: Some viewers stated that they felt a real connection to the plot and characters. "I laughed, I cried, I cheered, the emotional impact of the movie was unbelievable!"

Important Feedback 

  • Pacing: Some viewers felt that the first part of the film was a little slow. We received feedback such as "The beginning drags a bit, but stay for the second part — it's worth it!" 
  • Climax: Overall, audiences were on board with the climax, but there were a few suggestions that it could have been shorter or tighter in some places. We received comments such as "The climax is intense, but felt a bit long in places." 
  • Complex Themes: Although some younger audiences thought that the folklore aspects were a bit confusing at first, they were generally excited to see how it all ended up, stating the folklore made the movie "more interesting once you get the story." 

General Buzz

  • Both families and young adults are going to theaters. People are posting memes, photos, and quotes about the film on social media.
  • "A film is not a film, it is an experience." Many are saying we must tell family, friends, and others to go see the movie immediately.
  • Once again, we can see the audience reaction is overwhelmingly positive, particularly the word-of-mouth is contributing to high box office collections on Day 2, and moving forward.

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FAQ

Approximately ₹32 crore, bringing the total earnings after two days to ₹63–65 crore.

Karnataka contributed the most, with ₹14.5 crore on Day 2.

Kantara is performing on par with top-grossing Indian films like Baahubali 2, showing strong nationwide appeal.

Engaging storyline, strong performances, strategic marketing, and positive word-of-mouth.

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