Taran Adarsh reported that Kantara Chapter 1 has performed well at the Hindi box office, earning ₹18.50 crore on its opening day, Thursday. The original film, Kantara (2022), gained significant popularity in the Hindi-speaking regions. The sequel’s success is attributed to strong word of mouth rather than merely advance bookings. Experts had anticipated an opening of approximately ₹12 crore, but increased last-minute bookings and walk-ins contributed to the higher earnings. The film is projected to continue its success over the weekend, boosted by positive audience reviews.
