Mumbai, Oct 17 (PTI) Rishab Shetty’s "Kantara: Chapter 1" continues its blockbuster run, amassing Rs 717.50 crore in gross box office collection in just two weeks of its theatrical release, the makers announced on Thursday.

A prequel to Shetty's 2022 hit "Kantara", the Kannada movie, produced under the banner Hombale Films, released in theatres on October 2.

The film has received overwhelming response from audiences and critics alike for its powerful storytelling, performances and grand visual scale.

"A divine storm at the box office #KantaraChapter1 roars past 717.50 crores+ GBOC worldwide in 2 weeks. Celebrate Deepavali with #BlockbusterKantara running successfully in cinemas near you!" Hombale Films posted on its social media handles.

Set in pre-colonial Karnataka during the reign o

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