Kantara Chapter 1 Day 44 Box Office HOLD: Just a 4% Drop! — Historic Run Continues

Mumbai, 15 November 2025: The cultural blockbuster, Kantara Chapter 1, is now in its seventh week of release. This is a historic run. The film has completed 43 days and entered its 44th day. This day is a Friday. The film continues to show unbelievable strength at the box office.

Kantara Chapter 1 Box Office Collection Day 44

Kantara Chapter 1 film’s total collection on its Day 44 is ₹0.48 Crore (48 Lakhs) across all languages in India. This is a great number for a film that is more than six weeks old.

Kantara Chapter 1 Shows Remarkable Consistency

The film Kantara Chapter 1 is now 44 days old. Most films slow down by the third or fourth week. But this film is still attracting audiences. It is running strong in many theatres across India.

The collection on the seventh Friday (Day 44) is the biggest sign of the film’s huge success. The film is doing well in big cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. It is also doing well in smaller centers. This shows that the movie’s story has connected with everyone.

Analyzing the 4% Drop from Thursday

Day	Collection (INR Crore)	Change (₹)	% Drop/Growth
Day 43 (Thu)	0.50	—	—
Day 44 (Fri)	0.48	-0.02	-4%

To understand the film’s strength, we look at the drop or hold compared to the previous day. Day 43 was the Seventh Thursday.

• On Day 43 (Seventh Thursday), Kantara Chapter 1 collected approximately ₹0.50 Crore (50 Lakhs).
• On Day 44 (Seventh Friday), the film collected ₹0.48 Crore (48 Lakhs).

This shows a drop of just ₹0.02 Crore. This is a drop of only 4%.

This is an exceptional hold. A drop of only 4% on a Friday—when the film is over six weeks old—is amazing. This is considered a rock-steady hold in trade terms. It means the film is running on solid audience demand. The film is not dependent on opening day hype. It is running because people are genuinely loving the movie. The film is not slowing down much.

Kantara Chapter 1 Total Collection Nears the Historic ₹400 Crore Mark

The film is moving closer to a major milestone.

• Total India Collection (43 Days): ₹398.00 Crore
• Day 44 (Seventh Friday): ₹0.48 Crore
• Total India Collection (44 Days): ₹398.48 Crore

The film will soon cross the massive ₹400 Crore mark in India. This will put Kantara Chapter 1 into a very special league of cinema. This milestone shows the film is a true all-time blockbuster. The producers are very happy with this continued performance.

The Secret Behind the Seventh-Week Success

Kantara Chapter 1 is a prequel. It stars Rishab Shetty. It is a cinematic experience. It combines cultural folklore, action, and a deep story. The film’s success is not just luck. It is the result of strong content and powerful emotions.

Cultural Connect and Repeat Viewers

The film is about the ‘Bhoota Kola’ culture of Karnataka. This cultural background has been presented in a powerful way. People are coming to the theatres for the atmosphere and the cultural pride.

The biggest factor is repeat viewings. Many families and youth are watching the film two or three times. They are going again for the action sequences and the emotional climax. This strong emotional connection is keeping the business alive. The film is successful because it is a complete package. The music, the story, and the visual effects are all getting praise.

Performance Across Languages

Language Version	Day 44 Approx Share (%)	Approx Earnings (₹ Cr)
Kannada	55%	0.26
Hindi	25%	0.12
Telugu + Tamil	15%	0.07
Malayalam	5%	0.03

The film was first released in Kannada. Later, it was released in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam.

The film is still performing well in all language versions. The Hindi version is doing great. The Telugu and Tamil versions are also stable. This shows that a strong story can break the language barrier. This is a huge win for regional Indian cinema.

The Impact of New Releases on Kantara Chapter 1

The film is still earning well despite facing new competition every week.

Facing the New Action Blockbuster Veerta

A big new action film, Veerta, was released yesterday (Friday). Veerta is a high-budget movie. It has taken most of the screens from all the older films.

Kantara Chapter 1 lost many shows to Veerta. However, the drop was only 4%. This is a huge victory. It means the audience that is coming to see Kantara Chapter 1 is dedicated. They specifically want to see this film, and no other film can replace it.

The Market Share and Earnings

Even with fewer screens, Kantara Chapter 1 is still earning a lot of money. The film’s earnings on its 44th day are higher than the day-one collection of many smaller films. This is a very rare achievement. This shows that the market loves this movie and is willing to support it in the long run.

What This Means for the Future

The phenomenal run of Kantara Chapter 1 proves a major point. It proves that the lifetime value of a film is more important than its opening day. This film did not rely on big ticket prices. It relied on positive word-of-mouth.

The film has changed the rules of the box office game. It shows that films rooted in local culture can become national and global hits. This success will encourage many filmmakers to focus on quality regional content. The long run of Kantara Chapter 1 means it will remain in theaters for many more weeks.

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Our Opinion

Kantara Chapter 1 is showing unbelievable staying power. A 4% drop on the seventh Friday, against a big new release, is simply historic. The film’s success is not slowing down. It is heading for the ₹400 Crore mark and will soon be one of the biggest Indian films ever. This is a true blockbuster driven by the audience.

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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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