Kantara Chapter 1 Box Office Collection Day 2: Will Rishab Shetty’s film cross Rs 150 crore mark on day two? Check predictions here

Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1 is proving unstoppable at the theatres. The film, which was released to massive anticipation, has already crossed the Rs 100 crore mark within just two days of its release. According to early estimates from Sacnilk, the film earned a whopping Rs 61.85 crore on Day 1 (Thursday), followed by Rs 38.77 crore on Day 2 (Friday). This brings its total to Rs 100.62 crore, making it one of the fastest India(BHARAT)n films of 2025 to achieve this milestone.

The success is being driven by packed screenings, strong audience reactions, and glowing word-of-mouth. Fans have been praising its breathtaking scale, rooted storytelling, and Shetty’s powerful screen presence.

What makes Kantara: Chapter 1 stand out?

Set in 300 CE during the Kadamba dynasty, the film is a prequel to Shetty’s 2022 blockbuster Kantara. This chapter delves into the origins of the Bhuta Kola ritual and introduces audiences to Berme, played by Shetty himself—a fierce Naga Sadhu and warrior whose journey is layered with mythology, spirituality, and raw intensity.

Supporting performances by Jayaram, Rukmini Vasanth, and Gulshan Devaiah further elevate the narrative, while the scale and authenticity of the production have left audiences spellbound. Critics have also applauded the film for its visual grandeur and deep cultural roots.

What about its clash with other releases?

While Kantara: Chapter 1 is dominating screens across India(BHARAT), its competitor Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari—starring Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan—has struggled to create momentum. Early estimates suggest the Shashank Khaitan directorial earned just Rs 3.62 crore on Friday, bringing its total to Rs 12.87 crore. This steep gap highlights the thunderous response Shetty’s film has managed to capture, leaving other releases scrambling for space.

How big could Kantara: Chapter 1 become?

With its historic start, trade experts believe the film is poised for a massive lifetime run. Strong word-of-mouth is ensuring house-full shows not just in India(BHARAT) but overseas as well. Reports suggest it has already raked in over half a million dollars from its North American premieres, and with the weekend ahead, collections are expected to surge even higher.

Given its scale, storytelling, and box office power, Kantara: Chapter 1 is already being hailed as one of the biggest cinematic events of 2025, setting a new benchmark for mythological thrillers in India(BHARAT)n cinema.

Highlights:

• Kantara: Chapter 1 crosses Rs 100 crore in just two days of release.

• Rishab Shetty shines as Berme, a Naga Sadhu, in the film set during the Kadamba dynasty.

• Its clash, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, struggles with collections of only Rs 12.87 crore so far.