Kantara 2 Roars at the Box Office: Earns ₹618.5 Crore in Just 40 Days Across India
Kantara 2 has taken the Indian box office by storm, earning ₹618.5 crore in just 40 days. Directed by Rishab Shetty, the film blends folklore, devotion, and action, captivating audiences nationwide and setting new records for regional cinema.
Rachna Das 
Rishab Shetty’s Kantara 2 has created a historic wave at the Indian box office, collecting an impressive ₹618.5 crore in just 40 days. The prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara has struck gold with audiences across all regions, reinforcing the power of rooted storytelling in mainstream Indian cinema.
Produced by Hombale Films, the movie beautifully combines elements of folklore, faith, and nature, continuing the mystical legacy of the original. Rishab Shetty, who stars and directs once again, has been lauded for his masterful storytelling, stunning visuals, and immersive sound design that elevate the cinematic experience.
Kantara 2 has performed strongly in multiple languages — Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam — with viewers praising its authenticity and emotional depth. Trade analysts have noted that the film’s earnings are among the highest ever for a regional production, marking it as a true pan-India success story.
With its rich narrative and spiritual undertones, Kantara 2 transcends language and geography, uniting audiences through its universal themes of devotion and destiny. As box office numbers soar past ₹618 crore, experts predict the film could soon surpass ₹700 crore, cementing its place as one of the biggest hits of 2025.
