This year, several movies made their appearance in theatres and on OTT platforms. Bringing a mix of emotional, thriller, suspense, romantic and crime storylines. Each has captivated a large audience and has become one of the most Googled movies of the year. Check the list below. 

India's Year in Search 2025: Saiyaara, Kantara, Coolie and more- Top 10 most-Googled movies of the year

‘Kantara: Chapter 1,’ directed by and starring Rishab Shetty, has emerged as the highest-grossing Indian film of 2025, dominating the global box office with a staggering collection surpassing ₹700 crore. The Kannada period action drama has defied expectations, maintaining a strong theatrical run even after its OTT release, and has become the 8th highest-grossing film in India’s box office history. 

Global Box Office Report: 'Kantara: Chapter 1' Dominates 2025 Box Office

Gulshan Devaiah is currently riding high on the success of his recent film Kantara Chapter 1. The actor recently revealed that he met the film's director, Rishab Shetty years back- much before Kantara was even thought of. 

Gulshan Devaiah reveals he met Rishab Shetty years before Kantara was even concieved

With a unique glimpse into the rich tapestry of cultural narratives, blending suspense with supernatural elements, there have been movies that have told the stories of Indian mythology and folklore in a unique way that resonates with audiences.

Kantara to Tumbbad: Movies based on Indian folklore and mythology that you must watch

Directed and written by Rishab Shetty, Kantara - Chapter 1 is the prequel of the superhit film of the same name. The film tells the origin story of the mystic Kantara forest

Kantara makers urge not to imitate or mimic Daiva characters: 'Such acts...deeply hurt the sentiments'

Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 is another mass-appealing drama, totally different from the masterpiece released in 2022. How the director has fallen from brilliance to mediocrity. 

Kantara Chapter 1 vs Kantara: Rishab Shetty's fall from brilliance to mediocrity

As Kantara celebrates its third anniversary, take a look at the various art forms mastered by the lead actor of the thriller, Rishab Shetty. Be it from bull racing to Kalaripayattu, the actor has learnt it all.

Kantara turns 3: Bull Racing, Kalaripayattu and more, A look at Rishab Shetty's gruelling prep for thriller film

The makers have unveiled the trailer of Kantara Chapter 1, which features Rishab Shetty in the lead role. The trailer is already creating excitement among fans, and they are eagerly waiting to watch it on big screens.

Kantara Chapter 1 trailer release: Rishab Shetty's mythological action drama oozes fierce intensity

National Award Winner, Rishab Shetty's upcoming project: Kantara Chapter 1 is going to be release on October 2, 2025. Here's a revised list of 5 best movies of Rishab that you can watch before the release of his movie. 

From Bell Bottom to Kantara: 5 Rishab Shetty films that you need to watch

The producers of Kantara: Chapter 1 have responded to the recent demand from the All Indian Cine Workers Association (AICWA) after the death of junior artist M.F. Kapil.

Kantara Chapter 1 producers repond to investigation demands after death of junior artist

Entertainment The Hombale Films’ Kantara: Chapter 1 is the one of the most anticipated films of 2025 and is a prequel to 2022 blockbuster Kantara.

Kantara: Chapter 1 kickstarts last schedule, slated for October release

Penned and helmed by Shetty, Kantara: Chapter 1 – A Legend, the prequel will tell the origin story of the legend Panjurli Daiva. If reports are to be believed, the movie is set in the Kadamba period in Karnataka and will explore the mystical folklore of the region.

Rishan Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 getting delayed? Here's what makers have said

Entertainment | Bollywood: Over the years, Bollywood has witnessed several low-budget films that surprised both filmmakers and moviegoers by becoming massive box office hits. Here are 8 low-budget movies in Bollywood that became superhits.

8 low-budget movies that made millions at the box office - Raazi, Stree and Kantara

New update: Kantara makers deny reports of injuries in bus accident, stalling of shoot

India: ‘Daiva Narthakas’ now hope for honorarium from government in Karnataka

Rishab Shetty on winning National Award for Kantara: Dedicate it to Kannada audience, Daiva Nartakas

National Film Awards 2024: Rishab Shetty wins Best Actor for Kantara, Manoj Bajpayee gets Special Mention

Ram Gopal Varma calls film institutes a sham, says students should be taught KGF instead of Citizen Kane

Kantara star Rishab Shetty visits Ram Mandir in Ayodhya; meets 'legendary' Mohanlal

Kantara Chapter 1 First Look: Rishab Shetty's captivating look will surely pique your curiosity

Kantara turns 1: Makers release full video of song Varaha Roopam - Watch

Kantara 2 update: Rishab Shetty starts working on the script of the prequel

Rishabh Shetty takes Kantara to the UN; to be screened at UNHRC session in Geneva

Urvashi Rautela to star in much-anticipated prequel of Rishab Shetty-starrer 'Kantara'?

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