After a roaring weekend at the box office, Kantara Chapter 1 witnessed a noticeable slowdown on its first Monday. The Rishab Shetty-directed prequel, which opened to massive anticipation and strong word-of-mouth, saw nearly a 50% dip in collections on Day 5, signaling the usual weekday drop after a strong start.

According to early estimates, Kantara Chapter 1 earned around ₹5.2 crore on Monday, taking its total domestic box office collection to approximately ₹47 crore. The film performed exceptionally well in Karnataka and coastal regions over the weekend, with houseful shows in several centers.

The drop on Monday, though significant, isn’t entirely unexpected. Most big films tend to slow down after a high-grossing weekend, and Kantara Chapter 1 still maintains a decent hold, especially in southern markets. The weekday trend in the coming days will determine how strong the film’s long run could be.

Directed, written, and headlined by Rishab Shetty, the film explores the origins of the folklore introduced in the 2022 blockbuster Kantara. With its mystical storytelling, stunning visuals, and soul-stirring background score, the prequel has managed to pull in both fans of the original and new audiences alike.

Trade experts believe that if the film sustains well through the week and picks up again over the next weekend, Kantara Chapter 1 could emerge as one of the biggest Kannada hits of 2025.