Riding on the wave of success of "Kantara: Chapter 1," Rishab Shetty recently visited the Mundeshwari Temple in Bihar to express his gratitude for the film's overwhelming reception. The Mundeshwari Temple is considered the world's oldest functional temple, where religious practices have been ongoing for nearly 2000 years. Photos from the visit show Shetty participating in traditional rituals and immersing himself in the temple's spiritual ambiance.
"Kantara: Chapter 1," directed by and starring Rishab Shetty, is a prequel to the 2022 blockbuster "Kantara". The film explores the origin of the mystical land of Kantara, set a thousand years before the events of the first film. The movie features Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, and Gulshan Devaiah in key roles.
Shetty's visit to the Mundeshwari Temple, known as the world's oldest continually active place of worship, highlights India's rich cultural heritage. The film's success complements the temple's enduring legacy. Shetty also plans to visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi. Last week, he visited the Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai. According to a close friend, Shetty's temple visits are a gesture of humility, dedicating his film's triumph to divine grace and the audience's love.
"Kantara: Chapter 1" has achieved remarkable box office success. By its second week, the film had collected ₹717.50 crore worldwide. In India, the film has earned ₹485.4 crore and is approaching the ₹500 crore mark. The film has surpassed the lifetime collection of Sunny Deol's "Gadar 2," which stood at ₹691.08 crore. It has also overtaken blockbusters like Salman Khan's "Sultan," SS Rajamouli's "Baahubali," Rajinikanth's "Jailer," and Vijay's "Leo".
The film has become the highest-grossing movie ever in Karnataka. By the end of its second Wednesday, it had amassed over ₹185 crore, surpassing the lifetime total of the 2022 "Kantara".
The success of "Kantara: Chapter 1" is attributed to its strong content, powerful performances, and the goodwill generated by the first film. The film's visuals and storytelling have resonated with audiences, creating an immersive and spiritual experience.
Speculation suggests a digital release on Amazon Prime Video around October 30, 2025.
