Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1’ is making waves, becoming the ninth biggest Indian film and second-biggest hit of 2025. However, its climb continues, needing over Rs 30 crore to surpass ‘Stree 2’. Facing new releases and a re-cut ‘Baahubali’, ‘Kantara 2’ must maintain momentum to secure its next box office milestone.