Mumbai, 15 October 2025 — ‘Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1’ has recorded a phenomenal collection at the global box office. The Rishab Shetty-starrer has accumulated a worldwide gross of ₹657 crore after 13 days of its theatrical release. This stunning performance solidifies the film’s position as a major pan-India blockbuster of 2025.
Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 Worldwide Collection
The film’s strong hold at the box office on Day 13 has been pivotal in achieving this massive total. The mythological action drama is the second-highest-grossing Indian film of the year so far. It continues its impressive run despite a slight drop in collections during the second week on weekdays. The film is now firmly setting its sights on the elusive ₹700 crore worldwide gross milestone.
Box Office Breakdown After Day 13
The film, a prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara, opened to tremendous response on October 2. Its collection has surpassed the lifetime earnings of several major Indian films.
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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 |
| Total | ₹465.9 Crore |
The domestic figures show an incredible reception across all released languages. The film’s net collection in India after 13 days stands at a staggering ₹465.9 crore (approximately $55.9 million).
- India Net Collection (13 Days): ₹465.9 crore
- India Gross Collection (13 Days): ₹556.7 crore (approximately $66.8 million)
The film’s success in the Hindi and Telugu-dubbed versions has heavily contributed to the all-India total. The Hindi version, in particular, has seen massive footfalls and has already crossed the ₹100 crore net mark. The second weekend saw strong jumps, compensating for weekday declines.
Overseas Performance
The international market has shown exceptional demand for the Kannada film. The film has officially crossed the ₹100 crore mark in its overseas gross collections.
Overseas Gross Collection (13 Days): ₹100.3 crore (approximately $12 million)
The film’s performance in North America and the Gulf countries has been particularly strong. The overseas success of Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 makes it only the second Kannada film ever to achieve the ₹100 crore international milestone, a feat previously managed only by KGF: Chapter 2. This highlights the film’s universal appeal that transcends language barriers.
Kantara Chapter-1 Worldwide Collection and Budget Details
The combined strength of the domestic and international markets has powered the film’s grand global total.
Total Worldwide Gross Collection (13 Days): ₹657 crore (approximately $78.8 million)
This places the film among the top 20 highest-grossing Indian films of all time. It has successfully surpassed the global lifetime gross of S. S. Rajamouli’s Baahubali: The Beginning.
The film was reportedly made on a budget of ₹125 crore (approximately $15 million). The return on investment for the producers, Hombale Films, is extraordinary. They had already recovered a substantial portion of the budget through non-theatrical rights before release.
Sources say the extensive planning for the prequel involved nearly 15 to 16 narration drafts. The makers emphasised honesty in their approach over simply following market trends. The overwhelming success reaffirms the belief that culturally rooted stories can find a massive global audience.
What’s Next: Targeting New Milestones
The film is now in its second week and is heading into a crucial period. The upcoming Diwali festival holidays are expected to provide another boost to the collections.
Trade analysts are betting on the film to maintain its momentum. The next major milestone for the film is the ₹700 crore worldwide gross mark. Beyond that, the film will challenge the highest-grossing Indian films of 2025. It currently trails only behind Chhaava in the 2025 list. Its continued performance in the Hindi belt will be vital for achieving further records. The remarkable success of the franchise has already led to the announcement of a second prequel, Kantara: Chapter 2.
You May Wanna Know
- Genre: The film is a mythological action drama, a prequel to the original 2022 film Kantara.
- Production House: The film is produced by Hombale Films, the same banner behind the K.G.F. franchise.
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FAQs
Q. What is the total worldwide collection of Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1?
A. The film has collected a total worldwide gross of ₹657 crore after 13 days of its release.
Q. What was the budget of Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1?
A. The film was made on a reported production budget of ₹125 crore.
Q. How much has the film collected in India (Net)?
A. The film’s total net collection in India stands at ₹465.9 crore after 13 days.
Source: Trade reports; industry estimate; Hombale Films statement.
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