Kantara Chapter 1 has smashed box office records with a staggering global opening day collection of â‚¹89 crore+ and over 1.38 million tickets sold in 24 hours. The film\'s unprecedented success can be attributed to its captivating storyline, stunning visuals, and immersive soundtrack. Directed by Rishab Shetty, the film has received widespread critical acclaim for its portrayal of mythology and folklore.\r\nThe film\'s momentum shows no signs of slowing down, with packed houses on Day 2 and early trends suggesting a strong box office performance. Critics and viewers alike are praising Rishab Shetty\'s dual role brilliance, both as the star and director of the film. With its massive word of mouth buzz, Kantara Chapter 1 is expected to smash many box office records.\r\nKantara Chapter 1\'s success can be attributed to its unique blend of fantasy, action, and adventure. The film\'s storyline, steeped in mythology and folklore, has struck a deep chord with audiences. Rishab Shetty\'s portrayal of a spiritually intense character has been particularly praised. With its critical acclaim and massive commercial success, Kantara Chapter 1 is set to become a landmark film in Indian cinema.\r\nThe film\'s box office performance is expected to continue its upward trend, with industry insiders predicting a long and successful run. With its stunning visuals, immersive soundtrack, and captivating storyline, Kantara Chapter 1 is a must watch for fans of fantasy and adventure films.

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Kantara Chapter 1 Worldwide Box Office Collection

Samantha Ruth Prabhu has set tongues wagging with her Instagram post announcing a \"new beginning\" on the occasion of Dussehra 2025. The actress shared pictures of her fresh start, including her puja room and a stylish \"SAM\" logo on the wall of her new residence. However, Samantha hasn\'t revealed the location of her dream house, fueling gossip in film circles.\r\nThe secrecy surrounding Samantha\'s new home has led to whispers linking her to filmmaker Raj Nidimoru of Raj &amp; DK fame. While Samantha called it a new beginning, insiders hint there\'s more to the story than meets the eye.&nbsp;\r\nInterestingly, Samantha has bought back her old house in Hyderabad\'s Jubilee Hills for â‚¹100 crores, where she previously lived with her ex husband Naga Chaitanya. The house features a minimalistic design with warm colors, modern decor, and natural light, creating a warm atmosphere.&nbsp;\r\nSamantha\'s career continues to thrive with projects like Maa Inti Bangaram and Rakt Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom. She has also ventured into production with her film Shubham. As for the speculation surrounding her personal life, only time will tell if there\'s truth to the rumors.\r\n<div></div>

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Samantha New Home Sparks Speculation

Kantara Chapter 1, directed by Rishab Shetty, hit the theaters on October 2, 2025 to glowing reviews. The film has generated significant buzz, especially with its record breaking OTT deal worth â‚¹125 crore. This deal secures the post theatrical streaming rights for the film on a leading OTT platform, making it available in all major Indian languages.\r\nFollowing its theatrical run, Kantara Chapter 1 will be available on Amazon Prime Video starting October 30, 2025, just four weeks after its release in theaters. The film will stream in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Malayalam from day one, with the Hindi dubbed version set to release around eight weeks later.\r\nThe prequel explores the origins of Kantara, set during the Kadamba reign. It delves into the conflict between man and nature, focusing on tribal communities and their clashes with a ruling king. The cast includes Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, Jayaram, and others.\r\nFor fans new to the Kantara universe, revisiting the 2022 original might be a good idea. The film received praise for its technical brilliance and Rishab Shetty\'s direction and performance. With its unique blend of culture, tradition, and mystery, Kantara Chapter 1 is an exciting addition to the series.\r\n&nbsp;

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Kantara Chapter 1 OTT Streaming Window

Ram Charan and Upasana are happily&nbsp; married and are blessed with a cute girl Klinkaara. Now speaking to scribes, Upasana revealed her mother\'s advice for a successful marriage.\r\nShe said&nbsp; &ldquo;My mom used to tell us that you have to have a date night once a week. You don&rsquo;t understand its importance, but it&rsquo;s so important. We try to do that as much as possible,&rdquo;&nbsp; When asked whether it could be at home also, she said&nbsp; &ldquo;It&rsquo;s at home, but with no other distraction. No phones, no TV. Just checking in on each other. If we have a problem with each other, we definitely talk about it. Communication is something that we are still building, and we will continue to build till we die,&rdquo;\r\nOn the professional front, Ram Charan is currently busy with his project Peddi which is progressing at a brisk pace under the direction of Buchhi Babu Sana. He is romancing Janhvi Kapoor as the female lead in the film.\r\nHe also has a project with Sukumar and expectations are high on the project as the duo earlier came up with a blockbuster like Rangasthalam.

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Upasana shares Mom advice for successful marriage

The anticipated Telugu thriller \"Ari: My Name is Nobody\" is set to captivate audiences worldwide with its grand theatrical release on October 10, 2025. Distributed by Asian Suresh Distribution, the film promises to deliver a unique cinematic experience, blending strong commercial elements with a meaningful message.&nbsp;\r\nDirector Jayashankarr, known for his work on \"Paper Boy,\" has crafted a story that explores intense emotions, challenging notions of desire, consequence, and identity. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Vinod Varma, Anasuya Bharadwaj, Sai Kumar, and Srikanth Iyengar. With chartbuster songs and well received promotional content, expectations are high for the film\'s box office performance.&nbsp;\r\n\"Ari\" is presented by Ramireddy Venkateswara Reddy under the Arvy Cinemas banner and produced by Srinivas Ramireddy, D. Seshureddy Maramreddy, and Naidu. \"Ari: My Name is Nobody\" follows six central figures embodying anger, lust, pride, greed, jealousy, and attachment.&nbsp;\r\nThe film\'s technical team includes Anup Rubens as the music composer, G. Avinash as the editor, and Krishna Prasad and Siva Shankara Varaprasad as cinematographers. With its engaging storyline and talented cast, \"Ari\" is poised to be a memorable cinematic experience.\r\n<div></div>

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Ari Movie Grand Worldwide Theatrical Release Date

Tamil superstar Suriya is reportedly all set to team up with actress Nazriya Nazim for Malayalam filmmaker Jithu Madhavan\'s upcoming project. Although there\'s no official confirmation, industry buzz suggests that discussions are underway to cast Nazriya opposite Suriya.&nbsp;\r\nThis potential collaboration has generated immense excitement among fans, especially since it would mark their first on screen pairing. The film is expected to kick off in November or December 2025, with a possible schedule in January 2026. The movie promises to be a quirky cop drama, blending mass entertainment with Jithu Madhavan\'s trademark style.&nbsp;\r\nSuriya will reportedly play a police officer role, marking his return to the police uniform after the iconic Singam franchise. Sushin Shyam will make his Tamil debut as the music director, further raising expectations for the soundtrack. The film is being produced jointly by 2D Entertainment and potentially Suriya\'s new production house, Zhagaram.\r\nSuriya\'s upcoming films include Karuppu, directed by RJ Balaji, which is currently in post-production, and Suriya 46 with director Venky Atluri, scheduled for release in 2026. After these projects, Suriya will reportedly collaborate with Jithu Madhavan on his 47th film. The director has been making waves with his recent successes, including Romancham and the blockbuster Aavesham, which grossed over â‚¹150 crores at the box office. With this exciting lineup of projects, Suriya continues to prove why he remains one of Tamil cinema\'s most bankable and beloved stars.

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Suriya and Nazriya Nazim to Star in Jithu Madhavan Next Film

Rishab Shetty\'s spiritual action drama Kantara Chapter 1 has made a significant impact at the Indian box office, raking in approximately â‚¹65 -75 crore in gross collections on its opening day. The film\'s impressive performance can be attributed to its strong appeal across multiple languages, with the Kannada version achieving maximum occupancies throughout the day.\r\nThe Telugu version secured the second spot in terms of occupancy, followed closely by Tamil and Malayalam. The film\'s regional breakdown reveals promising numbers, with Karnataka grossing over â‚¹20 - 25 crore, including premieres. The Telugu states contributed around â‚¹15 -18 crore, while Kerala\'s gross stood at approximately â‚¹6 crore. Tamil Nadu\'s gross was around â‚¹5 crore.&nbsp;\r\nNotably, the Hindi version, although slightly disappointing in terms of occupancy, still managed to contribute significantly to the overall collections, with estimates ranging between â‚¹17-21 crore. The film\'s opening day collections have not surpassed recent notable releases making it the biggest Dussehra release to date.\r\nWith its strong opening, Kantara Chapter 1 is poised for a successful run, although it fell short of the â‚¹100 crore mark due to potentially inadequate promotional efforts. As the word of mouth is positive and the film is registering good numbers especially at B and C centers in South India indicate the film will have a very good long run, eyeing 200 crore gross by its first weekend.&nbsp;

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Nayanthara is known for her versatile, powerful and impactful roles. She is currently starring in Chiranjeevi\'s Mana Shankar Vara Prasad Garu which is progressing at a brisk pace under the direction of Anil Ravipudi.\r\nApart from it, she is starring in a divine entertainer Mookuthi Amman 2. On the eve of Dasara, the makers released the first look of Nayanthara from the film.\r\nClad in a vibrant green silk saree and adorned in elaborate gold and diamond jewellery, Nayanthara exudes both serenity and strength in the first poster. Her lowered eyes, firm expression, and trident in hand hint at the celestial battles that lie ahead. Described as a &ldquo;visual spectacle&rdquo;, the film aims to merge mythology, fantasy, and cinematic scale like never before.\r\nThe film is releasing in Telugu as Mahashakti and will be released in Hindi also. C.Sundar directed the film made with a budget of Rs 100crs. The film stars Duniya Vijay (as the main antagonist), Regina Cassandra, Yogi Babu, Abhinaya, Ineya, Garuda Raam, Singampuli, Vichu Vishwanath and Ajay Ghosh in important roles.\r\n&nbsp;

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Mookuthi Amman2 First Look sends divine vibes

Hero RK Sagar, who recently scored a big hit with a unique thriller \'The 100\' announced yet another distinct project. Taking inspiration from the lives of Singareni workers, he has taken the initiative to bring their untold stories to the silver screen. Announcing this as a pan-India film, he is venturing into relatively unexplored territory, since very few films have been made against the backdrop of the Singareni coal mines.\r\nDirector Jeevan Reddy, who earlier won acclaim for George Reddy, is set to narrate a hard-hitting story rooted in Telangana. Known for his impactful storytelling, Jeevan is now focusing on understanding struggles, hardships, and human bonds of the Singareni workers, promising to offer Indian audiences a completely new cinematic experience.\r\nThe makers assure that the gritty mining environment, the extreme challenges of daily life, and the sacrifices of workers will strike a deep emotional chord with viewers. This special Dasara announcement confirmed Sagar in the lead role. The team is also in talks to bring a popular star hero on board for a crucial role, which will add a major attraction to the film. Leading actors from Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, and Hindi industries are expected to be part of the cast.\r\nComing from a Singareni workers&rsquo; family himself, Sagar is drawing on his personal experiences to bring authenticity to the film. Large-scale sets, including realistic underground coal mine replicas, are being constructed to capture the raw essence of the story. The team has revealed that regular shooting will commence from November, with further details about the project to be announced soon.

RK Sagar announces Pan-India Film on Singareni Coal Miners 

RK Sagar announces Pan-India Film

Ajith is known for his intense action entertainers and more than that he is known for his passion for bike and car racing.\r\nHe is now busy&nbsp; enjoying himself making a splash in the Formula 1 racing circut. In the meantime, while speaking to scribes, he revealed how he balances films and passion.\r\nHe said&nbsp; &ldquo;I\'m trying to be a part of a lot of championships in the coming year. So I will have to find a balance and find like-minded people who see the importance both for the sport and for the Indian film industry. There are different ways of promoting a film, and I would like to use motorsports as a platform,&rdquo;\r\nHe continued &ldquo;You have a lot of awards given and functions being held internationally. The idea is to bring in a lot of international audiences. For example, Korean films are very popular today in India. Similarly, I would like to have the same kind of response for Indian films as well. I\'m sure they are popular, but again, probably it\'s only region-specific &ndash; it\'s probably more Bollywood films. I would like them to watch films in all the other languages like Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Bhojpuri.&rdquo;\r\nHe added&nbsp; &ldquo;I am very grateful for my fans. They take the effort to come to the race. It happened in Dubai, Spa-Francorchamps, and Nrburgring, Germany. From the next series, I have planned to promote Indian cinema with a special logo on the car, which says \'Indian Cinema.&rsquo;&rdquo;

Ajith on balancing films and passion

Ajith reveals how he balances films and passion

Deepika Padukone landed in a huge controversy when she put conditions that she would work only for 8 hours at her leisure and convenient time and this resulted in the exit of two high profile projects of Prabhas\' Kalki 2898 AD sequel and Spirit.\r\nWhile some supported Deepika Padukone, others attacked her for dictating terms and turning unprofessional. In the midst of all this, Rani Mukherjee speaking to scribes spoke about Deepika\'s conditions. She said&nbsp; \"When I did \'Hichki\', Adira was 14 months old, and I was still breastfeeding her, so I had to pump the milk and go in the morning, and I was shooting in a college in town.\"\r\nShe continued \"From my house in the suburbs in Juhu to that place, and the traffic takes about two hours. So I kind of made it a thing where in the morning I would leave at 6:30 after expressing my milk and I would shoot. My first shot used to be at 8 in the morning and I used to wrap up everything by 12:30-1. My unit and my director, they were so planned that for those 6-7 hours I used to finish my shoot and before the traffic would start in town, I used to be home by 3 o\'clock. And I did my film like that,\"\r\nShe added \"These things are up in conversation today because maybe people are discussing it outside. But this has been a norm with all professions. I\'ve also done it where I have worked for certain hours. If the producer\'s okay with it, you go ahead with the film. If the producer\'s not okay with it, you don\'t do the film. So it\'s also a choice. Nobody is forcing anything on anybody,\"

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Rani Mukherjee on Deepika Padukone working conditions

Ace cameraman Manoj Paramahamsa has penned a heartfelt note of gratitude to Pawan Kalyan, lauding the actor\'s unwavering dedication to their film, \"They Call Him OG\". Manoj Paramahamsa, who worked as one of the two cinematographers on the project, expressed his admiration for Pawan Kalyan\'s tireless work ethic, saying he went above and beyond what was expected of him during the 16 day shoot.\r\nPawan Kalyan\'s commitment to the film was evident in his ability to seamlessly balance action blocks, emotional scenes, and mass elevations, while also handling official work and learning Japanese lines. Manoj Paramahamsa praised Pawan Kalyan\'s passion for cinema, noting that he delivered exceptional performances despite the challenging schedule. Interestingly, Manoj Paramahamsa revealed that he had always considered Tamil actor Vijay to be the most hardworking star hero, but Pawan Kalyan\'s dedication to \"They Call Him OG\" surpassed even his expectations.\r\nManoj Paramahamsa also heaped praise on the film\'s director, Sujeeth, for his meticulous preparation and vision. Sujeeth\'s approach to filmmaking, which included mock shoots, stunt visualizations, and mood boards, impressed Manoj Paramahamsa, who noted that this level of preparation was rare in the industry. The cinematographer believes that Sujeeth\'s dedication was instrumental in bringing the film\'s visually stunning sequences to life.\r\nWith \"They Call Him OG\" receiving positive attention, Manoj Paramahamsa\'s testimonial highlights Pawan Kalyan\'s and Sujeeth\'s hard work and perseverance. Their collaboration has resulted in a captivating cinematic experience that showcases their passion for storytelling and filmmaking.

Kantara Chapter 1 Worldwide Box Office Collection

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Kantara Chapter 1 OTT Streaming Window

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Kantara Chapter 1 Worldwide Box Office Collection

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