Hombale films expands global footprint with overseas distribution foray

Hombale Films has taken a major step toward expanding its global presence by officially entering the overseas film distribution space, marking a strategic shift in the company’s growth journey. The Karnataka-based production house, celebrated for delivering some of Indian cinema’s biggest blockbusters in recent years, will now directly handle international theatrical releases across key global markets.

Founded by producer Vijay Kiragandur, Hombale Films has earned a reputation for backing large-scale, content-driven cinema with strong commercial appeal. The banner rose to nationwide prominence with the KGF franchise, especially KGF: Chapter 2, which grossed over ₹1,200 crore worldwide and delivered exceptional box-office results in overseas territories such as the United States, the Gulf, the United Kingdom, and Europe.

The production house followed this success with culturally rooted blockbusters like Kantara, which evolved into a global phenomenon through strong word of mouth, and the action spectacle Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire, reinforcing Hombale’s position as a leading force in pan-Indian cinema. With a consistent track record of mounting ambitious projects while staying grounded in regional storytelling, the banner has steadily built a loyal audience base both in India and abroad.

By moving into overseas distribution, Hombale Films aims to retain greater control over its international releases while maximizing revenue potential from global markets. Industry observers point out that overseas territories now contribute nearly 25 per cent of the total earnings for major South Indian films, making this move both timely and commercially significant. The company plans to release its films across thousands of screens in markets including the US, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and the Gulf, enabling wider reach and more synchronized global releases.

The announcement has been welcomed by fans and filmmakers, many of whom see it as a boost for Kannada and Telugu cinema on the world stage. As Indian films continue to find growing acceptance internationally, Hombale Films’ overseas distribution push positions the studio not just as a successful production house, but as an emerging global player capable of shaping how Indian stories travel beyond borders.