India, Oct. 3 -- Actor Rishab Shetty, who has written, directed and acted in Kantara Chapter 1, has expressed his gratitude as the film had a strong opening. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Rishab also recalled the time, almost a decade ago, when he had to struggle to get one evening show for his film. Rishab's film Kantara Chapter 1 released in theatres on Thursday.

Rishab credited "God's grace" and the fans' "love and support" for his film's success. "From struggling to get one evening show in 2016 to 5000+ houseful shows in 2025. This journey is nothing but your love, support, and God's grace. Forever grateful to every single person who made this possible. (Red heart emoji). #KantaraChapter1."

In his 2016 tweet, Rishab had written, "...