Made for Rs 16 crore, this 3-year-old film is trending on OTT, climax will give you chills, has 8.2 IMDb rating, movie is…,lead actor is…
GH News October 06, 2025 12:06 AM

A preconceived notion that often makes rounds among people is that if the budget of a movie is low the chances of it working become slim. However shattering that belief this film—made for just ₹16 crore—turned out to be a huge hit. Not just that it earned over Rs 300 crore worldwide. Released over three years ago this movie still holds a special place in people’s hearts.
This film which runs for 2 hours and 27 minutes has recently received its sequel which is also creating buzz at the box office. If you are wondering which movie we are talking about it’s Kantara.
Kantara Plot
The film opens with a landowner attempting to take control of a forest. However the nearby villagers resist his efforts believing the forest is sacred and home to their deities who would never allow their land to be taken.
This conflict soon escalates into a major dispute prompting administrative intervention and setting up a tense confrontation between the protagonist and the police.
What truly sends chills down your spine is the film’s climax. It will not only leave you stunned but also make you bite your nails.
Helmed and headlined by Rishab Shetty Kantara earned over Rs 400 crore worldwide. The movie also holds an IMDb rating of 8.2.
Now coming to the sequel Kantara Chapter 1 has so far earned Rs 217 crore.
Kantara Chapter 1 India.com review reads Overall Kantara Chapter 1 is a must-watch for its technical brilliance stunning visuals and powerful performances. Despite some flaws in the narrative the film’s grandeur and scale make it an unforgettable experience. With its epic storyline memorable characters and cinematic brilliance Kantara Chapter 1 is a worthy prequel to the original film. Rishab Shetty and his team’s hard work and dedication are evident in every frame making this film a testament to their brilliance.”