Sunit Jangir

Sunit Jangir

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As a Senior Editor at Sacnilk, Sunit Jangir leads our coverage on Indian cinema, box office analytics, and global entertainment trends. Passionate about Cricket, Sunit Jangir is an avid sports lover. He finds inspiration in other people's life stories and try to absorb them. Though introvert by nature, he doesn't feel shy when the topic is cinema and sports, particularly cricket.

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Rishab Shetty's Blockbuster Kantara Chapter 1 Sets Up Release Date In English; Theatrical Runtime Reduced
276 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Blockbuster Kantara Chapter 1 Sets Up Release Date In English; Theatrical Runtime Reduced

Bengaluru, October 22 - Kannada actor and filmmaker Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 is running riot at the box office, and heading towards becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of the year worldwide, having already grossed over 750 crores in 20 days. Produced by Hombale Films, Kantara Chapter 1 was released in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, and Tamil languages, and it has been performing well in every version. Now, to cash in on the glowing word of mouth among the international audience, the makers have set up a release in English. On Wednesday (October 22), Hombale Films took to social media to confirm the blockbuster prequel will be hitting worldwide cinemas on October 31st in the dubbed English version. It will release with a shortened runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes, while the original runtime is 2 hours and 49 minutes. It needs to be seen how this latest strategy works for the film, as most of the target audience has already watched it. Written, directed, and headlined by Shetty, Kantara Chapter 1 is the prequel to 2022's blockbuster Kantara, which grossed over 400 crores worldwide. The latest blockbuster was released amid solid buzz, which translated into massive footfalls in cinemas as it is currently the second most-watched Indian title of the year, behind Chhaava. It will become the biggest grosser as well as the most-watched in the coming days. Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Enters All-Time Greats List Alongside Baahubali 2, KGF 2 and Jailer At The Domestic Box Office
278 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Enters All-Time Greats List Alongside Baahubali 2, KGF 2 and Jailer At The Domestic Box Office

Bengaluru, October 19: Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 continues its historic box office journey by achieving yet another remarkable milestone domestically. The film has now become only the fourth movie ever to gross over 50 crores each in South Indian states, solidifying its place among the all-time greatest blockbusters. On its 3rd Sunday (18th day), the period folk action thriller topped the 50 crores mark in Kerala, after already breaching the milestone in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh/Telangana. This rare achievement places Kantara Chapter 1 in the same elite league as Baahubali 2, KGF: Chapter 2, and Jailer, the only other films to have achieved this feat. With this, Rishab Shetty's magnum opus has truly transcended linguistic and regional boundaries, emerging as a pan-South Indian phenomenon. It is also only the second Kannada movie to top 50 crores in Kerala after KGF Chapter 2. The film, produced by Hombale Films, has already rewritten record books in Karnataka, where it has grossed over 200 crores, becoming the highest-grossing movie ever in the state. Its performance in the neighbouring markets, along with North India, has been equally outstanding. After Karnataka, the prequel has also topped the 200 crores mark in the Hindi belt on its 18th day, and topped 100 crores gross in Telugu states. In Tamil Nadu, the film's sustained run despite multiple new releases speaks volumes about its strong audience connection. Kantara Chapter 1's blend of folklore, action, and spiritual mysticism continues to resonate deeply with audiences across linguistic lines — a feat few films have managed to achieve in recent times. With the festive season ongoing, the movie is far from its end and is on course to become the biggest Indian grosser of the year. Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Tops Historic 200 Crore Gross In Karnataka
279 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Tops Historic 200 Crore Gross In Karnataka

Bengaluru, October 19: Rishab Shetty's Kantara: Chapter 1's box office juggernaut has created history as it has become the first movie ever to reach 200 crores gross in Karnataka. The period folk action thriller has stormed past the coveted mark in the state in 18 days. Written, directed, and headlined by Shetty, Kantara: Chapter 1 has outperformed every film released in the region to date, including its own predecessor Kantara (2022), which was itself a massive blockbuster. The film's phenomenal local run underscores the franchise's unmatched hold over the Kannada box office. The prequel to Kantara amassed around 199 crore gross the Karnataka in 17 days and has now crossed 200 crore gross in the state at the time of penning this piece. The original Kantara was previously the biggest grosser in the state with 183.60 crores. The film's success has been powered by glowing word-of-mouth, repeat audiences, and a strong cultural connection with local viewers. High occupancy across major cities like Bengaluru, Mangaluru, Hubballi, and Mysuru, coupled with premium ticket pricing, has further amplified collections. Beyond Karnataka, Kantara: Chapter 1 continues its dream run nationwide, crossing the 500 crore gross mark across India, making it one of the most successful Indian films of 2025. Worldwide, it has crossed 700 crores, becoming the second Indian film of the year to do so after Chhaava. With its combination of folklore and raw emotion, Kantara: Chapter 1 has reaffirmed Rishab Shetty’s place as one of Indian cinema’s most visionary storytellers. The film's achievement in Karnataka is not just a commercial milestone but a cultural moment—one that will be remembered for years to come. Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Vs Kantara Karnataka Box Office Comparison
281 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Vs Kantara Karnataka Box Office Comparison

Bengaluru, October 15 - In a remarkable feat, Rishab Shetty's period folk action thriller Kantara Chapter 1 has emerged as the highest-grossing movie ever in Karnataka, surpassing its predecessor Kantara, which itself had an extraordinary run back in 2022. The original Kantara started on a slow note at the box office but soon turned into a cultural and commercial phenomenon across Karnataka and other Indian markets, driven by exceptionally strong word of mouth. Kantara Chapter 1, serving as a prequel to that story, stands as a testament to the legacy the first film created. The latest blockbuster has not only rewritten box office history in the state but is also poised to become the first film to cross the 200 crore mark in Karnataka — an unprecedented achievement. When comparing both films' state runs, it's clear that the prequel has dominated the early weeks by a massive margin. However, while the original Kantara displayed incredible longevity with minimal drops week after week, Kantara Chapter 1 is more front-loaded, owing to its record-breaking opening. The prequel is expected to drop around 55% in its second week — still a solid hold — whereas the first film had shown growth during the same period, maintaining its momentum through sustained audience love. Kantara Box Office Comparison Karnataka Box Office Comparison Between Kantara and Kantara Chapter 1 Week Kantara GBOC Kantara Chapter 1 GBOC 1st Week₹ 34.00 Cr₹ 130.75 Cr 2nd Week₹ 46.40 Cr (+36.47%)₹ 58.65 Cr (-55.14%)* expected 3rd Week₹ 39.40 Cr (-15.08%)₹ - Cr Note: Table will be updated in due time. Given the current trajectory, Kantara Chapter 1 is on course to collect over 250 crores at the Karnataka box office — a record that may remain unbeaten for years to come. At the worldwide box office, the film is heading towards the 700 crores mark and will be aiming to outgross Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava (808 crores) to become the biggest Indian grosser of the year. Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Becomes The Highest-Grossing Film In Karnataka
282 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Becomes The Highest-Grossing Film In Karnataka

Bengaluru, October 15 - Rishab Shetty's blockbuster prequel Kantara Chapter 1 has rewritten box office history in Karnataka, emerging as the highest-grossing film ever in the state. The period folk action thriller continues its phenomenal run and is now marching toward the unprecedented milestone of 200 crores gross in Karnataka alone. Written, directed, and headlined by Shetty, Kantara prequel has grossed approximately 185+ crores through its second Wednesday (14 days). It has surpassed the lifetime total of 2022's Kantara (183.60 crores) to become the state's biggest grosser — achieving this feat in just 14 days. Interestingly, the average ticket price for Kantara Chapter 1 in Karnataka has been recorded at over 300, a rare occurrence made possible after the makers took a firm stand against the state government's price cap order. The High Court's stay on the restriction — which had limited prices to 200 — played a crucial role in the film's massive revenue surge. Produced by Hombale Films, the banner behind Kantara and KGF Chapter 2 (the third-biggest grosser in Karnataka), Kantara Chapter 1 is now on course to become the first-ever film in history to cross 200 crores gross in the state, a feat expected to be achieved by its third weekend. Meanwhile, the film has topped 650 crores worldwide in 13 days. In India, it has grossed approximately 557 crores, while overseas collection is 100 crores so far. As said, Kantara 2 is only the second Kannada movie ever to breach the 100 crore mark at the International box office, after Yash's KGF 2. Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Tops 100 Crore At The Overseas Box Office
283 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Tops 100 Crore At The Overseas Box Office

Mumbai, October 14 - The Kannada film industry has achieved another global milestone as Rishab Shetty's period folk action thriller Kantara Chapter 1 has stormed past the 100 crore mark at the overseas box office on its 13th day. This makes it only the second Kannada movie ever to achieve this feat, following Yash’s KGF: Chapter 2. Produced by Hombale Films, the prequel to the 2022 blockbuster Kantara grossed approximately 98 crores internationally through its second Monday (12 days), before crossing the coveted mark on its 13th day. With this, Kantara Chapter 1 becomes the fifth Indian film of 2025 to surpass 100 crores in overseas collections. Written, directed, and headlined by Shetty, the film has already earned more than twice the overseas total of the first instalment, which grossed around 44 crores in 2022. It now joins an elite list of Indian movies to breach the 100 crore overseas mark this year and stands as the second Kannada film after KGF 2 (214 crores in 2022) to do so. The blockbuster prequel is currently the fifth biggest Indian overseas grosser of 2025, behind Rajinikanth's Coolie (180 crores), Saiyaara (171.50 crores), Empuraan (142.25 crores), and Lokah Chapter 1 (₹119.60 crores). However, Kantara Chapter 1 is expected to soon surpass Lokah to claim the fourth spot. Kantara Chapter 1 is likely to finish above Lokah as the 4th biggest Indian overseas blockbuster of the year. Interestingly, both the biggest Kannada blockbusters, Kantara 2 and KGF 2, have been backed by Hombale Films, along with Kantara, which is currently the third-highest-grossing Kannada film ever. Meanwhile, Kantara 2 is inching closer to the 650 crore worldwide milestone. After 12 days, it has grossed around 638 crores globally, including about 540 crores from India. The movie is already the second-highest-grossing Indian film of 2025, behind Chhaava, and with its current momentum, it could even challenge for the top spot of the year. Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Storms Past 500 Crore At The Indian Box Office; Second Film of 2025 To Do So
285 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Storms Past 500 Crore At The Indian Box Office; Second Film of 2025 To Do So

Mumbai, October 12 - There is no stopping Kantara Chapter 1, which continues to wreak havoc at the box office. The period folk action thriller has stormed past the 500 crores milestone domestically and 600 crores worldwide through the second weekend, becoming only the second film of the year to do so. Written, directed, and headlined by Rishab Shetty, Kantara Chapter 1 has an excellent second weekend with over 100 crores gross at the Indian box office. On its second Sunday, the movie is looking to score around 45 crores, which takes its total domestic gross to over 500 crores. The prequel is expected to reach around 520 crores at the end of the day, making it the second Indian film of the year, after Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, to breach the 500 crores mark. It has also topped 600 crores worldwide on the same day, which is the second biggest of 2025 behind Kaushal-starrer. Kantara 2 is the 15th Indian film and 8th South Indian title of all-time to hit the milestone of 500 crores domestically. The last film to achieve the feat was Chhaava, while among the South Indian titles, it was Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 - The Rule, which set the box office on fire. With the Diwali holidays, Kantara 2 is expected to stay strong, and if the momentum continues, the film stands a chance to become the biggest Indian grosser of the year, beating Chhaava. All eyes are now on how it fares during the crowded festive period at the box office. Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Outsells Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan On BookMyShow During Opening Week
286 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Outsells Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan On BookMyShow During Opening Week

Mumbai, October 11 - Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 continues its excellent run at the box office, grossing over 500 crores worldwide at the start of the second weekend, after the big first week in India and worldwide. The first week of Kantara 2's box office run saw it competing with the biggest Indian blockbusters, as far as ticket sales are concerned. On the online ticketing platform BookMyShow, the period folk action thriller sold the third highest tickets after the first week. The film, which has emerged as a nationwide phenomenon, sold approximately 8.20 million tickets in its 8-day opening week on the platform, edging past Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan's impressive 7.65 million and Rajinikanth's Jailer (6.60 million) tickets. In the all-time BookMyShow first-week chart (since trending feature), Kantara Chapter 1 now ranks third, behind Allu Arjun's Pushpa 2 and Prabhas–starrer Kalki 2898 AD, which sold 12.53 million and 8.47 million tickets, respectively. The numbers underscore the pan-India pull of Kantara Chapter 1, which has captivated audiences beyond language and region. With its rustic storytelling, cultural depth, and Rishab Shetty’s commanding performance, the film has dominated box offices so far and is expected to continue in the coming days. Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Joins 500 Crore Club Worldwide, Becomes Fourth Indian Film of 2025 to Achieve the Feat
287 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Joins 500 Crore Club Worldwide, Becomes Fourth Indian Film of 2025 to Achieve the Feat

Bengaluru, October 11 - Rishab Shetty's period folk action thriller Kantara Chapter 1 has officially crossed the 500 crore milestone worldwide, marking yet another historic moment for Kannada cinema. The film, which continues to enjoy a phenomenal run across India and overseas, has reached this figure within just nine days of its release. Produced by Hombale Films, Kantara Chapter 1 has grossed around 428 crores in India and an estimated 80 crores from international markets, taking its worldwide total to over 508 crores. The film's strong word-of-mouth, repeat viewership, and spiritual intensity have made it a nationwide phenomenon, reminiscent of the first film's extraordinary run back in 2022. With this milestone, Kantara 2 has become the fourth Indian film of 2025 to enter the 500 crore club after Coolie, Saiyaara, and Chhaava. It is also only the second Kannada film ever to reach the half-a-thousand-crore mark, behind only Yash's KGF Chapter 2, which was also backed by Hombale Films. The blockbuster prequel is the 27th Indian film and 12th South Indian title ever to breach the milestone of 500 crores worldwide. The last film to join the list was Rajinikanth's Coolie in August this year. Kantara 2 is likely to enter the 600 crores club in the next few days and will become the second film of the year to do so. Rishab Shetty, who has directed, written, and starred in the film, has once again managed to strike a deep cultural and emotional chord with audiences. Kantara Chapter 2 explores the prequel storyline of the first part, delving deeper into the folklore, divinity, and power struggles that define its mystical world. Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Dominates The Box Office With Nearly 500 Crore Worldwide In Extended First Week
288 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Dominates The Box Office With Nearly 500 Crore Worldwide In Extended First Week

Bengaluru, October 10 - Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 continues its excellent run at the global box office, wrapping up its extended first week with a superb 475 crore worldwide gross. The film, which has been running excellently in the home state, is now on the brink of entering the prestigious 500 crore club. Produced by Hombale Films, Kantara Chapter 1 has grossed approximately 403 crore in India, showcasing brilliant hold across all major markets, including Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and the Hindi-speaking belt. The overseas collection stands at an estimated 72 crore. With this current trend, Kantara Chapter 1 is poised to become the fourth Indian film of 2025 to cross the 500 crore global milestone, joining the elite league of Coolie, Saiyaara, and Chhaava. It is likely to enter this prestigious club by the second Friday (9 days). The film's powerful storytelling, Rishab Shetty's commanding performance, and rooted mystical world have resonated deeply with audiences, turning it into a cultural and box office phenomenon. Given its trajectory and the continued audience turnout, Kantara Chapter 1 is expected to maintain strong momentum through its second weekend. Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Roars Past 100 Crore Net in Hindi, Becomes Only Second Kannada Film After KGF 2 To Do So
289 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Roars Past 100 Crore Net in Hindi, Becomes Only Second Kannada Film After KGF 2 To Do So

Mumbai, October 9 - After Yash-fronted KGF: Chapter 2, Hombale Films has delivered the second Kannada film to top 100 crores net collection at the Hindi box office. The period folk action thriller continues to stay strong during the weekdays and has passed the 100 crores mark in 7 days. Written, directed, and headlined by Rishab Shetty, Kantara Chapter 1 started very well, scoring 18.50 crores net on its Thursday opening day. The film held strong on Friday before showing a solid jump on Saturday and Sunday to finish the opening weekend with 73.50 crores net. The positive word of mouth for the film helped it put up a good hold on Monday, before the discounted Tuesday saw it jumping by around 30% to collect over 10 crores net. On Wednesday, it maintained a strong hold, scoring approximately 8.25 crores, which pushed the total Hindi collection to around 102 crores in seven days. Kantara Chapter 1 is only the second Kannada film, after Yash-fronted KGF Chapter 2 (435 crores net) and 11th outright South Indian film ever to cross the 100 crores mark in Hindi. In 2025, the prequel to 2022's Kantara is the first Hindi-dubbed film to breach the milestone. Overall, Kantara 2, also starring Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayram, is the 136th film of all-time to cross the 100 crores net milestone in the Hindi language. The last film to enter this club was Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi's courtroom comedy drama Jolly LLB 3. Meanwhile, the Rishab Shetty-starrer is nearing 450 crores gross collection at the worldwide box office after 7 days. It will cross the 500 crores mark by the second Friday or Saturday to become only the second Kannada movie ever to do so, after KGF 2 (1215 crores). Stay tuned...

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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Surpasses Kantara, Becomes 2nd Highest-Grossing Kannada Film Worldwide
290 days ago
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Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 Surpasses Kantara, Becomes 2nd Highest-Grossing Kannada Film Worldwide

Bengaluru, October 8 - Rishab Shetty's period folk action thriller Kantara Chapter 1 continues to wave its magic at the worldwide box office, and is climbing new heights with each passing day. In just 6 days, the prequel has achieved a phenomenal milestone by surpassing the lifetime earnings of the original Kantara and emerging as the second-highest-grossing Kannada film of all time. Written, directed, and headlined by Shetty, Kantara Chapter 1 has amassed over 410 crores gross worldwide in 6 days, overtaking Kantara (2022), which had ended its lifetime run with around 408 crores gross. The achievement becomes even more special considering that Chapter 1 has reached this mark in under a week — a feat not many Indian films have managed. After surpassing Kantara, the only film now ahead of Kantara Chapter 1 is Yash's action drama KGF Chapter 2, which remains the undisputed Kannada box office leader with a staggering 1215 crores gross worldwide. The actor's KGF Chapter 1 is 4th in the list with 238 crores worldwide. Kantara 2 has shown an excellent reception not just in Karnataka, but also in the Hindi belt, Telugu states, Tamil Nadu, and overseas markets, where audiences have lauded its storytelling, world-building, and Shetty's performance. At this pace, Kantara Chapter 1 is heading to enter the 500 crores club by the second Friday to become the second Kannada movie ever to do so. With the film's big success, Rishab Shetty has once again proven that rooted storytelling with strong cultural essence can create a massive cinematic impact on a global scale. Stay tuned...

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