Kantara Chapter 1 OTT Release: When and Where to Watch Rishab Shetty’s Record-Breaking Kannada Epic Online

After its success in the worldwide box office, Rishab Shetty's Kantara: Chapter 1 is going to be streaming. The film has not only become the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 but also that of the whole decade. It has amassed more than ₹800 crore worldwide so far, and even those who have missed its theatre screening will be able to enjoy it online.

Anticipated Film to Premier on Amazon Prime Video

It lay hands on the digital streaming rights for Kantara: Chapter 1, as per reports, Amazon Prime Video has already done that. The platform has recently unveiled a new poster, which is a great teaser for the digital premiere of the film and features Rishab Shetty in his fierce and divine avatar.

Although the specific release date remains unverified, people in the know say that an OTT premiere announcement could happen any day now. The opinions of the fans are divided and while many want to see the cinematic masterpiece at home, some still think it should be given a longer theatrical run on account of its strong box-office hold.

Box Office King: 2025’s Most Profitable Film

Kantara: Chapter 1 has become the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025 by beating Chhaava with total worldwide earnings of over ₹800 crore.

The figures provided by the producers of the movie, Hombale Films, state that the film earned a total of ₹809 crore globally.

The trade analytics company called Sacnilk, however, reported a slightly lower figure of ₹775 crore but both sources validate the historical success of the film.

In just fourteen days, the film's global revenue reached ₹717 crore, with another ₹92 crore added in its third week. It has net collection of ₹563.5 crore in India, which is a clear indication of how much the audience still loves it.

World-wide Reach and English Version of Film

The international performance of the film was just as great as it made close to $13 million in the overseas market itself. Moreover, to make the film accessible to a wider audience, the producers have also come up with an announcement regarding an English-language film version which is to be released by the end of this month.

About Kantara: Chapter 1 — The Origins of Faith and Power

The story is set in ancient India and it revolves around Berme (Rishab Shetty), a tribal chief who dares to fight against the brutal rulers and defend the land, the customs, and the deities of his people.

The cast includes Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, Jayaram, and Pramodh Shetty. The film score is by B. Ajaneesh Loknath, and it is produced by Hombale Films, the company behind blockbusters like KGF and Salaar.

Reviews and Influences

Kantara: Chapter 1 has been characterized by its engaging narrative, amazing photography, and high spiritual themes, which have created a strong bond between the craft and the audience of different languages. Critiques have praised Rishab Shetty for integrating myth, belief, and emotion in an attractive and picture-perfect panoramic film.