Dulquer Salmaan’s latest release Kaantha has opened to an impressive response at the global box office, registering a solid ₹21.47 crore gross worldwide in its opening weekend. Directed with a gripping narrative and backed by powerful performances, the film has garnered attention across multiple regions, establishing itself as a promising commercial performer.
In Kerala, where Dulquer enjoys a massive fan base, Kaantha collected ₹3.22 crore, delivering a steady performance through the weekend. Tamil Nadu contributed significantly with ₹6.25 crore, showing strong audience reception driven by positive word-of-mouth. The film also managed a respectable ₹4.40 crore in the Andhra Pradesh–Telangana (APTS) region, marking Dulquer’s continued rise as a pan-Indian star.Karnataka and the Rest of India (ROI) markets together added ₹1.75 crore, indicating a decent turnout from metro centres. Overseas, Kaantha delivered an impressive ₹5.85 crore (approx. $660K), further strengthening Dulquer’s international appeal and proving the film’s cross-cultural reach.
Apart from Dulquer Salmaan’s impactful performance, the film features Bhagyashri Borse as the female lead and Samuthirakani in a pivotal role. Adding more star power to the narrative is Rana Daggubati, who appears in a crucial role that has drawn significant attention from audiences and critics alike.
The strong opening weekend numbers suggest that Kaantha has struck a chord with viewers, thanks to its intriguing storyline, technical finesse, and engaging performances. With generally positive feedback on social media and steady occupancies across regions, the film is expected to maintain its momentum in the coming days.If the current trend continues, Kaantha is well on its way to emerging as one of Dulquer Salmaan’s notable commercial successes in recent times.
