Kantara: Chapter 1, the explosive sequel to Rishab Shetty's 2020 mythological horror-thriller Kantara, hit the theatres on October 2 after much anticipation.

On the opening day, the film raked in a net total of ₹37.24 crores nationwide till evening shows, according to Box Office Collection news portal Sacnik. With this record-breaking opening collection, Kantara: Chapter 1 is poised to become one of the leading commercial movies of the year and is on its way to becoming a surefire hit.

Meanwhile, in the United States, the film earned around Rs. 4 crore on its first day premiere, and the final day 1 collection is expected to surpass Rs. 100 crore.

Early reviews have been pouring in, and the general public reaction seems to be quite positive about Kantara: Chapter 1. The film's story has received much appreciation from film critics and the audience alike, while the film's mythological and heartwarming moments have received praise as well. Social Media users have hailed this movie as a "lively experience" and a "blend of mythology and theatrical art", and it won't be an exaggeration to say this Rishab Shetty directorial slash starrer is shaping up to be a legitimate cinematic success.

About Kantara: Chapter 1

Rishab Shetty helms this mythological horror-thriller project as both director and lead actor. The film also stars Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram in other leading roles. The plot dives into the backstory of the story established in the prequel Kantara (2020). Set in pre-colonial coastal Karnataka, Kantara: Chapter 1 will dive deeper into the intricacies of the "Bhuta Kola" ritual and all the mythological lore and mysteries previously revealed in Kantara (2022).