Rishab Shetty ’s Kantara Chapter 1 is not just a film; it’s a phenomenon. As it wraps its first week, the movie has crossed Rs 450 crore worldwide, turning a regional tale into a pan-India sensation. On its seventh day, the film added Rs 25 crore, taking its India net total to Rs 316 crore. What makes this run extraordinary is the performance of its multiple versions. The Hindi dubbed edition has surpassed Rs 100 crore, while the original Kannada version is close behind at Rs 99 crore.

The Telugu release has contributed over Rs 60 crore, and both Tamil and Malayalam versions have crossed Rs 20 crore each. Such distribution is rare in Indian cinema, where originals often dominate. Here, a story deeply rooted in Karnataka’s folklore has resonated across linguistic borders. It proves that n

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