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Meet Pragathi Shetty, the creative force behind the stunning visuals of 'Kantara: Chapter 1', and the proud partner of Rishab Shetty, famous for his stellar performance in the same film. Once a software engineer and an engineering graduate, Pragathi embarked on her journey into cinema, where she has become a celebrated costume designer for films like 'Bell Bottom' and 'Kantara'.

Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1' has taken India by storm, nearing the impressive milestone of ₹300 crore. Yet, its performance in North America tells a different story, where projections suggest a significant deficit for distributors due to its steep acquisition costs. In contrast, 'They Call Him OG' similarly grapples with the challenging landscape, lagging behind its breakeven target.

Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara 2' is shattering box office records, amassing Rs 290.25 crore in just six days. The film has achieved the highest opening weekend collections of 2025 and has already surpassed Rajinikanth's 'Coolie'. With strong daily earnings, 'Kantara 2' is poised to cross the Rs 300 crore mark tonight, setting its sights on even greater milestones.

Rishab Shetty's film Kantara Chapter 1 is a box office success. The movie earned Rs 33.5 crore on its first Tuesday. Its six-day total stands at Rs 290.25 crore. The film is projected to surpass Rs 300 crore soon. Positive word-of-mouth is driving its strong performance. Kantara Chapter 1 is a prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara.

Rishab Shetty’s film 'Kantara Chapter 1' has earned over Rs 250 crore. Despite success, he left Bengaluru for his village, Kundapura, where his family lives and his kids attend school. Unsure about their education future, Rishab enjoys peaceful village life after years in the city and continues his filmmaking journey.

In a remarkable cinematic achievement, Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1' has taken the box office by storm, raking in an astonishing Rs 256.50 crore in merely five days. Wrestling its way past other major releases, it now proudly claims the title of the fourth highest-grossing film of the year.

Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1' is making waves in the film industry, smashing box office expectations with a remarkable opening day haul of Rs 61.85 crore. The film’s momentum did not slow down, achieving the highest Saturday collection in 2025 and pulling in an impressive Rs 31.25 crore on Monday. With its five-day earnings soaring to Rs 256.

Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 has achieved a remarkable box office success, crossing Rs 255.75 crore in India within five days. The film has shattered records, becoming the highest-grossing Kannada film of the year. This prequel, set a millennium before the original, depicts a conflict between a jungle village and a neighboring kingdom.

The premiere of Kantara Chapter 1 took place in Bengaluru. Rishab Shetty's wife Pragathi Shetty became emotional during the screening. Their heartfelt moment quickly went viral on social media. Rishab Shetty thanked fans for their support. The prequel explores the Kadamba era and mythological traditions. The film released on October 2nd and is expected to be a major hit.

'Kantara Chapter 1' premiered on October 2, achieving a record-breaking ₹37.24 crore net collection in India on its opening day. This prequel, blending mythology and tradition, has been declared a clear hit, with global earnings potentially exceeding ₹100 crore. Audiences praised Rishab Shetty's film for its emotional and theatrical elements, solidifying his cinematic talent.

Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 headlined and directed by Rishab Shetty, setting the stage for the highly anticipated sequel to 2022's blockbuster film Kantara, has embarked on its global debut with impressive momentum. With more than USD 500,000 collected from the North American screenings already, the film is showing promise there and across India.

After a promising start, Pawan Kalyan's 'They Call Him OG' is witnessing a decline at the box office, with Day 7 earnings dropping to Rs 7 crore, totaling Rs 161.85 crore. The film is experiencing moderate occupancy as it battles fierce competition from Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara Chapter 1'.

Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara Chapter 1’ releases October 2. During filming, three actors passed away, sparking rumors of a curse. Shetty clarified the deaths were tragic but unrelated to the film. He fondly remembered late co-star Rakesh Poojary and addressed social media’s negative narrative with cautious optimism.

Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt recently appeared on Twinkle Khanna and Kajol's talk show. Dhawan roasted Khanna over her film Mela. Bhatt did not answer a question about exes. Dhawan's film Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari releases in 2025. Bhatt will next star in Alpha and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War.

Varun Dhawan's "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari" prepares for its big-screen debut, facing strong competition from 'Kantara: Chapter 1'. Advance bookings are steady but modest, with day one earnings projected between ₹10.50-₹12.50 crore.

Jr NTR praised Rishab Shetty's immense dedication for *Kantara Chapter 1*, highlighting the film's challenging production, including a remote temple shoot. This prequel, following the successful *Kantara*, delves into the Bhuta Kola ritual's origins with a new cast and B Ajaneesh Loknath returning as composer, set for an October 2 release.

Rishab Shetty's 'Kantara Chapter 1' is slated for a Kerala release on October 2, 2025, presented by Prithviraj Sukumaran. Advance bookings for Kerala open on September 28, following an initial theatrical share dispute that was later resolved. The film has already recorded strong advance booking figures across India, generating high expectations.

Pawan Kalyan's 'They Call Him OG' witnessed a mixed box office trend on day 3, collecting Rs 18.50 crore and reaching a total of Rs 122 crore domestically. Despite a strong opening, occupancy dropped significantly due to mixed reviews, posing a steep challenge for its future run, especially with 'Kantara: Chapter 1' releasing soon.