Introduction:
Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1, the mythological prequel to the 2022 cultural phenomenon Kantara, has lived up to its hype at the box office, raking in an impressive ₹61 crore nett on Day 4 (October 5, 2025) to push its India cumulative to ₹223.25 crore, cementing its status as one of the fastest Kannada films to cross ₹200 crore. Released on October 2, 2025, in multiple languages with premieres on October 1, the film opened to ₹61.85 crore nett on Day 1, followed by ₹45 crore on Day 2 and ₹55.25 crore on Day 3, showcasing remarkable hold in Telugu markets (98-99% Kannada occupancy) and steady Hindi performance (₹22 crore on Day 4).
Produced by Hombale Films on a ₹125 crore budget, Kantara Chapter 1 has already doubled its investment, earning a "hit" verdict per Koimoi parameters and surpassing KGF Chapter 1's lifetime ₹185 crore nett. Worldwide, it has grossed over ₹300 crore in four days, with overseas adding $4 million (₹33 crore) in the opening weekend, driven by dubbed versions in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam. Why does this matter? In a year of Telugu blockbusters like Coolie and OG, Kantara Chapter 1's pan-India success reaffirms Kannada cinema's rising clout, potentially challenging KGF Chapter 2's ₹1,248 crore record. This article breaks down the Day 4 collections, regional performance, comparisons, expert analyses, and projections, based on estimates from Sacnilk, Hindustan Times, and Times of India as of October 6, 2025.
Day 4 Box Office Breakdown: ₹61 Crore Nett Surge
Kantara Chapter 1 witnessed a 10% jump from Day 3's ₹55.25 crore, collecting ₹61 crore nett on October 5, 2025, with Kannada version leading at 98-99% occupancy in Karnataka. Hindi earned ₹22 crore nett, Telugu ₹11.75 crore, Tamil ₹5.75 crore, and Malayalam ₹4.25 crore, per Sacnilk and India Today.
- Telugu: 71.37% occupancy; ₹11.75 crore nett.
- Hindi: 38.90% occupancy; ₹22 crore nett.
- Kannada: 90.59% occupancy; ₹14.5 crore nett.
- Tamil: Strong multiplex hold; ₹5.75 crore nett.
Cumulative India nett: ₹223.25 crore (₹268 crore gross). Worldwide: ₹300+ crore, including $4 million overseas.
Cumulative Collections: Record-Breaking Pace
Day-wise India nett:
| Day | Date | India Nett (₹ Cr) | Cumulative (₹ Cr) | Worldwide Gross (₹ Cr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Oct 2 | 61.85 | 61.85 | 72 |
| Day 2 | Oct 3 | 45 | 106.85 | 130 |
| Day 3 | Oct 4 | 55.25 | 162.10 | 235 |
| Day 4 | Oct 5 | 61 | 223.10 | 300+ |
The film crossed ₹200 crore in India by Day 4, surpassing KGF Chapter 1 (₹185 crore lifetime) and HanuMan (₹298 crore worldwide).
Regional Performance: Pan-India Storm
- Karnataka: ₹100+ crore (Day 4 ₹14.5 Cr); 98-99% occupancy.
- Andhra/Telangana: ₹50+ crore; Telugu dubbing strong.
- North India: ₹40 crore (Hindi ₹22 Cr Day 4).
- Overseas: $4M opening weekend; US $2M.
Pan-Indian dubbing drives 30% revenue.
Comparisons: Kantara Chapter 1 vs 2025 Hits
- vs. Coolie (Rajinikanth): Day 4 ₹55 Cr, ₹180 Cr cumulative.
- vs. OG (Pawan Kalyan): Day 4 ₹47 Cr, ₹137 Cr.
- vs. Saiyaara (Ahaan Panday): Day 4 ₹20 Cr, ₹100 Cr.
- vs. KGF Chapter 1: Surpassed ₹185 Cr lifetime in 4 days.
Third-highest Kannada grosser after KGF 2 (₹1,248 Cr) and Kantara (₹400 Cr).
Expert Opinions: Blockbuster Verdict
Manobala Vijayabalan (Times of India): "₹223 Cr in 4 days; pan-India phenomenon." Taran Adarsh: "Kannada storm; ₹250 Cr week certain." Sacnilk: "Hit status achieved; KGF 2 challenge next." Consensus: Phenomenal hold, ₹500 Cr lifetime likely.
Potential Impacts: On Kannada Cinema and Shetty's Legacy
Day 4's ₹61 Cr reinforces Kannada's pan-India push, boosting Hombale's MCU. For Shetty, it's a directorial triumph post-Kantara's ₹400 Cr. Risks: WOM dip; opportunities: OTT boost.
Conclusion: Kantara Chapter 1's Roaring Day 4
Kantara Chapter 1's ₹61 crore nett on Day 4 catapults it to ₹223 crore India nett and ₹300 crore worldwide, a Kannada milestone surpassing KGF 1. With 98% occupancy, it's on fire—watch for ₹250 Cr week. More on nuvexic.com.
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FAQ
1. What is Kantara Chapter 1's Day 4 collection?
₹61 crore nett in India, with Kannada at 98% occupancy.
2. Cumulative after Day 4?
₹223.25 crore nett India, ₹300+ crore worldwide.
3. How does it compare to KGF Chapter 1?
Surpassed ₹185 crore lifetime in 4 days.
4. Overseas Day 4?
$4 million opening weekend total.
5. Hit verdict?
Achieved by doubling ₹125 Cr budget in 3 days.