South film at Rashtrapati Bhavan: Rishabh Shetty’s highly anticipated film “Kantara – Chapter 1” has opened strongly at the box office, winning over both audiences and critics. Continuing the success of the first part, this prequel is performing exceptionally well at the box office. The film has grossed over ₹140 crore worldwide so far.
Amidst this success, the film is set to receive another major recognition. According to reliable sources, a special screening of the film will be held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on October 5, 2025. Director and lead actor Rishab Shetty, along with the film’s actress Rukmini Vasanth and producer Chaluve Gowda, will be present at this historic event.
What are the audience and critics’ opinions?
The film has received high ratings from audiences on platforms like IMDb, reflecting their enthusiasm. Critics have praised the film’s compelling story, Rishab Shetty’s direction and acting, and the superb VFX. While some critics believe the second half may be a bit lighter than the first, it’s also being said that the film’s thrilling climax makes audiences forget all the shortcomings.
Budget and Earnings Math
‘Kantara – Chapter 1’ has been made on a much larger budget than the first half. While the first ‘Kantara’ was made with a mere ₹15 crore budget, this prequel has cost a whopping ₹140 crore. The Kannada, Telugu, and Tamil versions have contributed the most to the film’s earnings. The Hindi version has also attracted audiences to theaters.