Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1’ has outperformed Hrithik Roshan-Deepika Padukone starrer 'Fighter' at the Hindi box office, ranking as the 37th biggest Hindi film. Despite OTT release, ‘Kantara’ continues robust theatrical collections, showcasing a strong pan-India appeal and commercial success.
‘Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1’, starring Rishab Shetty and produced by Hombale Films, continues to make waves at the Indian box office, breaking new ground and surpassing big Bollywood names. The Kannada film’s Hindi version has now beaten ‘Fighter’, starring Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, becoming the 37th highest-grossing film in Hindi cinema.
Key Highlights:
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Box Office Milestone: Within 31 days, ‘Kantara’ minted Rs 607.15 crore globally, with Rs 214.5 crore from the Hindi version and Rs 195.35 crore from Kannada. It’s a remarkable feat for a regional film breaking into the Hindi market with such dominance.
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OTT and Box Office Success: Released on OTT on October 31, the film has sustained its theatrical momentum with a 95% jump in ticket sales on the Friday following the digital launch.
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Cross-Lingual Appeal: The film is available in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada, with the Hindi version’s box office success marking a significant pan-Indian resonance of the story.
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Competition and Continued Success: Despite competition from recent Bollywood releases, ‘Kantara’ has maintained steady footfalls and robust collections, indicating its strong fan base and content appeal.
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Cultural Impact: ‘Kantara’ blends mythological storytelling, cultural roots, and high-octane action, offering audiences a fresh cinematic experience, raising the bar for pan-Indian regional films.
This milestone achievement highlights Rishab Shetty’s directorial vision and the growing acceptance of regional cinema across India, setting a powerful precedent for future cross-language successes.
Sources: Times of India, Economic Times, Bollywood Hungama