Kantara 2 Box Office Collection: Rishab Shetty’s Epic Holds Steady With ₹13.50 Cr On Day 13

Rishab Shetty's Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 aka Kantara 2 continues its remarkable run at the Indian box office, earning an estimated ₹13.50 crore net on its 13th day, taking its total domestic earnings to around ₹465.25 crore. Despite entering the middle of its second week, the multilingual film has managed to hold its ground across regions, demonstrating enduring audience interest and strong word-of-mouth appeal.

The film, which has been released in five languages - Kannada, Telugu, Hindi, Tamil and Malayalam, is performing well across the country, not restricted to traditional regional boundaries. Its collections remain widespread, driven by a mix of urban multiplex audiences and rural footfalls, underscoring its wide-reaching cultural resonance.

Kannada Version Leads Nationwide

The Kannada version continues to be the main driver of Kantara 2's earnings. On Tuesday, October 14, the film registered an overall occupancy of 29.18% in its home language. Interestingly, the occupancy data shows that the film's Kannada version is not limited to Karnataka; it has drawn audiences even in cities such as Mumbai and Hyderabad, where Kannada shows are running steadily.

In Karnataka, the response has been especially strong in Shivamogga, Kundapura, Tumakuru and Mysuru, where occupancy ranged between 40% and 72%. Bengaluru maintained a decent 27% overall occupancy, while coastal regions like Mangaluru and Udupi belt continued to show steady numbers. The evening and night shows contributed the most, touching over 40% attendance on average.

Telugu Version Shows Stability in Key Centres

The Telugu version of Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 maintained a modest yet stable hold with 16.22% overall occupancy on its 13th day. The film performed best in Warangal, Vizag, and Mahbubnagar, while Hyderabad recorded a steady 16% turnout. Interestingly, the Telugu version has retained screens even in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, highlighting its pan-India footprint.

Though weekday figures have naturally dropped from the weekend highs, trade experts note that the consistency in multiple Andhra and Telangana towns signals sustained interest, particularly among family audiences drawn to the film's mythic tone and visual scale.

Hindi Version Continues Strong Multiplex Run

In North India, the Hindi version remains the biggest surprise of Kantara 2's run. With an overall occupancy of 26.16%, the dubbed version continues to pull in strong numbers in metros like Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Pune, and Jaipur. Late evening and night shows, which averaged over 46% occupancy, drove the day's collections.

The Hindi audience has particularly responded to the film's rooted storytelling and striking visuals. Pune led the occupancy charts at 37.25%, followed by Mumbai at 32.75% and NCR at 26.75%. The film also saw consistent turnout in tier-2 cities such as Bhopal, Lucknow, and Chandigarh, where audience sentiment remains positive even after nearly two weeks.

Tamil Version Gains Footing in Metros

In Tamil Nadu, Kantara 2 recorded 20.28% overall occupancy on Tuesday. The film's performance remained encouraging in Chennai, Pondicherry, and Trichy, with night shows doing notably well. The Pondicherry circuit stood out with over 33% occupancy, while Trichy registered over 32%, suggesting the film's emotional narrative continues to connect with viewers beyond the language barrier.

The Tamil version has also benefited from screens in Bengaluru and Kochi, drawing in bilingual audiences familiar with Rishab Shetty's earlier work. Analysts believe the film's visual grandeur and rooted cultural references have allowed it to find a steady audience across South Indian metros.

Malayalam Version Sees Modest Weekday Hold

The Malayalam version posted 14.43% occupancy, with Kozhikode, Kochi and Alappuzha showing the best performance. While weekday numbers are modest, the film continues to find viewers who are curious about its unique cultural theme and folklore-driven narrative. In Kerala, the response remains stronger in northern districts, while the urban circuits have seen gradual drops typical of the weekday trend.

A Pan-India Phenomenon

Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 has now crossed the ₹465 crore mark in just 13 days, a feat that underscores its widespread acceptance across languages. The film opened with ₹61.85 crore on its first day and went on to collect ₹337.4 crore in its first week. The second weekend once again saw a jump in numbers, powered by renewed interest in both Hindi and Tamil markets.

While the film saw a predictable decline on Monday (₹13.35 crore), it maintained momentum on Tuesday with ₹13.50 crore, indicating a healthy weekday trend. Trade circles note that such stability in the second week is rare for a film of this genre, and they expect Kantara 2 to maintain steady earnings through the upcoming festive season.

With the Diwali holidays approaching, exhibitors expect Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1 to witness another upswing in collections, especially in the Hindi and South Indian belts. The film's strong theatrical pull, combined with minimal competition until the next major release, could propel it beyond the ₹500 crore mark within the coming week.

Rishab Shetty's masterful storytelling, immersive direction, and powerful lead performance have clearly turned Kantara 2 into a cultural and box office juggernaut - one that transcends regional lines and redefines what a multilingual Indian blockbuster can achieve.