U.S. BO: Kantara Must Make It Happen?

Sustaining in the United States market is not an easy task for South Indian films, and now we have the case of Kantara chapter 1 that’s facing this challenge. Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1 has started its run in the United States, but the film still needs a strong boost to reach success.

According to reports, the movie must earn at least 7 million dollars in the U.S. to break even. So far, it has collected around 3 million dollars from premieres and the first weekend, which means it has a long way to go.

The film faces several challenges in its overseas journey. With big Hollywood releases currently dominating theaters, Kantara is struggling to get more screens and showtimes.

The story’s rooted, mythological theme also appeals mostly to South Indian audiences, making it harder to attract viewers from other regions. Additionally, non-diaspora audiences may take more time to connect with its local flavor and cultural depth.

However, there is still hope for the film’s performance. Strong word-of-mouth and Rishab Shetty’s growing global reputation could help sustain its box office run in the coming weeks.

If the film maintains steady collections and gains more weekend traction, it might still reach the breakeven mark. For now, Kantara: Chapter 1 needs a long and steady run to turn its U.S. box office story into a success.