Kantara: Chapter 1 Hindi Box Office Day 16: Less Than 6 Crores Away From A Major Milestone!

Mumbai, 17 October 2025 — Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 maintained its excellent box office performance on its 16th day in theatres.

Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 Box Office Collection Day 16

The prequel, starring and directed by Rishab Shetty, collected an estimated ₹9.1 crore net across all languages in India on its third Friday.

Note: Numbers derived from current box-office data, trade sources, distributors and ticketing platforms; cross-checked with partners and updated regularly. See our Methodology Page.

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Kantara Chapter 1 Weekday Steadiness and Third Weekend Start

The film, which is a prequel to the 2022 global hit Kantara, has shown phenomenal resilience. Its Day 16 collection indicates that the third weekend has started on a strong note. Typically, film collections see a sharp drop after the first week, especially on weekdays. However, Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 has held up remarkably well.

The Day 16 figure of ₹9.1 crore net shows strong audience flow into its third Friday. This is a crucial number. It sets a positive trajectory for a substantial increase in collections on the third Saturday and Sunday. Industry estimates suggest the film will cross the ₹500 crore net mark in India by the end of this weekend.

Kantara Chapter 1 Total India Collection So Far

The film’s performance in the domestic market has been historic. Based on industry tracking, the total net collection in India after 15 days was approximately ₹485.25 crore. Adding the estimated Day 16 collection of ₹9.1 crore net brings the current total domestic net collection to around ₹494.35 crore.

This figure is extraordinary for a film that originated in the Kannada film industry. It proves the growing pan-Indian appeal of quality regional cinema. The Hindi-dubbed version and other language versions have significantly contributed to this massive total. The domestic gross collection is considerably higher than the net figure.

Comparison to Previous Days

The Day 16 collection is higher than the Day 15 collection of ₹7.85 crore. This modest jump is exactly what is expected on a Friday. The film’s stronghold is evident when comparing its second week’s performance. The second week’s total collection was exceptionally high, showcasing audience love for the film’s unique blend of folklore and action.

Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 Box Office Collection India Net – Day Wise

Day	India Net Collection
Day 1 [02 October 2025]	₹61.85 Crore
Day 2 [03 October 2025]	₹45.4 Crore
Day 3 [04 October 2025]	₹55 Crore
Day 4 [05 October 2025]	₹63 Crore
Day 5 [06 October 2025]	₹31.5 Crore
Day 6 [07 October 2025]	₹34.25 Crore
Day 7 [08 October 2025]	₹25.25 Crore
Day 8 [09 October 2025]	₹21.15 Crore
First Week Total Collection	₹337.4 Crore
Day 9 [10 October 2025]	₹22.25 Crore
Day 10 [11 October 2025]	₹39 Crore
Day 11 [12 October 2025]	₹39.75 Crore
Day 12 [13 October 2025]	₹13.35 Crore
Day 13 [14 October 2025]	₹14.15 Crore
Day 14 [15 October 2025]	₹10.5 Crore
Day 15 [16 October 2025]	₹8.85 Crore
Day 16 [17 October 2025]	₹9.1 Crore *Early Data
Total	₹494.35 Crore

Kantara Chapter 1 Worldwide Box Office

The film’s success extends well beyond India’s borders. Sources indicate that the worldwide gross collection has already crossed the massive ₹680 crore mark. This places Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 among the highest-grossing Indian films of the year.

Kantara Impact on Kannada Cinema

The film’s outstanding performance continues the upward trend for Kannada cinema. It follows the global success of other recent productions from the industry. This has firmly established the industry’s ability to create pan-India and international box office giants. The massive collection figures demonstrate a growing appetite for stories deeply rooted in Indian culture and mythology.

The film has cemented Rishab Shetty’s status as a formidable talent. He not only starred in the film but also wrote and directed the epic prequel. The success is a testimony to his vision and storytelling prowess.

Reactions from the Trade

Sources say the trade is highly impressed by the film’s sustained collections. The consistent performance despite the entry of new releases is a sign of exceptional word-of-mouth publicity. The strong third Friday is proof of the film’s super-hit status.

Trade analysts are already predicting a significant lifetime collection. They believe the film could chase the record for the highest-grossing Indian film of the year. This continued success is viewed as a very healthy sign for the entire film exhibition business. It shows audiences will flock to theatres for high-quality cinematic experiences.

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