Rishab Shetty Visits Kashi Vishwanath Temple As Kantara Chapter 1 Crosses Rs 500 Crore In India

Actor-director Rishab Shetty has been basking in the success of his recently released film, Kantara Chapter 1. The film has been ruling at the box office. He has been on a spiritual journey and has recently visited Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi to seek blessings following the success of Kantara Chapter 1, which has crossed the ₹500 crore mark. The visit marks a moment of gratitude and spirituality for the filmmaker, whose latest offering has not only impressed audiences but also reinforced his place among India’s most visionary storytellers.

Taking to their Instagram handle, Hombale Films shared a video featuring Rishab Shetty seeking blessings at the temple. He received a heartwarming welcome from the audience as he reached the destination.

“The holy ghats of Kashi echoed with devotion. @rishabshettyofficial attended the Ganga Aarti at Varanasi, offering prayers and thanks for the phenomenal success of #BlockbusterKantara. #KantaraChapter1 running successfully in cinemas near you,” read the caption.

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Rishab Shetty Film Roars Past Rs 500 Crore In India

According to trade tracker Sacnilk, Kantara Chapter 1 collected Rs 8.85 crore on day 15, followed by Rs 8.5 crore on day 16 and Rs 7.24 crore on its third Saturday. With this, the film’s India net total now stands at Rs 500.99 crore. The steady hold and repeat audience turnout prove that Kantara’s impact runs deeper than numbers.

Diwali Boost Ahead, But New Rival Awaits

With Diwali around the corner, Kantara Chapter 1 is expected to see a small jump in collections as families head back to cinemas. But the film will soon face a new challenge — Maddock Films’ Thamma, releasing on October 21, which could test its box office hold in the Hindi belt.

Amitabh Bachchan’s Shoutout to Rishab Shetty

Rishab Shetty recently appeared on Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, where host Amitabh Bachchan praised him for his powerful direction and performance.

“Firstly, I must apologise for not having seen your films yet, you know how our schedules are. But my daughter Shweta went to see Kantara, and she couldn’t sleep for a few days. She was blown away by your performance, especially the last scene. She kept asking how you got into that zone,” Big B said during the episode.

A Mythical Tale With Heart and Power

Written and directed by Rishab Shetty, and produced by Vijay Kiragandur and Chaluve Gowda under Hombale Films, Kantara Chapter 1 serves as a prequel to the 2022 hit Kantara: A Legend. Also starring Rukmini Vasanth, Jayaram, and Gulshan Devaiah, the film follows Berme – a fierce protector of the land – and explores how faith and nature rise against greed and power. Audiences and critics alike have praised its visuals, storytelling, and emotional pull, making it one of India’s biggest hits this year.