Prabhas' 'Salaar,' Yash's 'KGF: Chapter 2,' Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: Chapter 1': A hattrick of Rs 500 blockbusters for Hombale Films

Hombale Films has achieved a remarkable feat with the success of Kantara: Chapter 1, written and directed by Rishab Shetty. The film has crossed the ₹500 crore mark at the global box office, joining the ranks of its predecessors, KGF: Chapter 2 and Salaar, both of which also surpassed ₹500 crore in worldwide earnings.

Released on October 2, 2025, Kantara: Chapter 1 has garnered approximately ₹509.25 crore globally within a week of its release. The film has been praised for its large-scale production and technical finesse, resonating with audiences across languages.

This achievement validates Hombale Films’ growing influence in the Indian film industry, with three of its productions now in the ₹500 crore club. The studio’s commitment to high-quality storytelling and production values continues to set new benchmarks for success in Indian cinema.

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Kantara: Chapter 1 is set in the 4th Century AD, unraveling the sacred origins of the mystical land of Kantara. This chapter dives deep into its rich mythology, age-old conflicts, and divine interventions, weaving a saga of folklore, faith, and fire, born from the very soil of the land. The film features Rishab Shetty, Sapthami Gowda, Gulshan Devaiah, Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, PD Satish Chandra, Prakash Thuminad, and an ensemble of talented actors, bringing this epic tale vividly to life.

Kantara: Chapter 1 is written, directed, and headlined by Rishab Shetty; the film is produced by Vijay Kiragandur under the prestigious banner of Hombale Films. The film features cinematography by Arvind S. Kashyap and music by B. Ajaneesh Loknath, both of whom were instrumental in creating the magical world of the original.

Typically, Fridays witness a slight dip or a plateau in collections as weekdays wind down and the weekend begins. However,  \_Kantara Chapter 1\_ has bucked this trend and how. This kind of upward momentum on a Friday is often regarded as a strong indicator of a solid weekend run ahead, as it reflects growing viewer interest, repeat audience footfall, and expanding reach across centres.