In 2022, the Kannada film ‘Kantara’ was released across India. Based on a folk tale, this story of a rural setting won the hearts of audiences across the country. The film earned a lot at the box office. The film was directed by Rishabh Shetty, and the actor also played the lead role in the film. Today is the birthday of this excellent director-actor. On the occasion of the actor’s birthday, know some special things from Rishabh Shetty’s career.

From selling water to working in real estate
Born in the city of Mangalore, Rishabh Shetty studied B.Com from Bangalore, during which time he started working in the theatre industry. Rishabh’s work in the theatre field was appreciated. This inspired him to pursue a career in acting. But this path was not easy, he came from a middle-class family. Rishabh did not want to be a burden on the family, so he sold water bottles to meet his expenses. He worked in real estate and hotels. Along with these jobs, he also did a diploma in film direction.

After completing his diploma in film industry as an assistant director,
Rishabh decided to enter the film industry with all his heart. He worked as a clap boy, spot boy and assistant director in the South film industry. During this time, Rishabh Shetty met Rakshit Shetty. Both became good friends. Rakshit later gave Rishabh the opportunity to act in his film.

Rishabh Shetty always wanted to act. In such a situation, when he was working as an assistant director, he got a small role in the film ‘Tughlaq (2012)’. After that, Rakshit Shetty gave Rishabh an important
role in his directed film. Gradually, Rishabh made a name for himself in acting. After that, he got the film ‘Bell Bottom (2019), in which he was seen in the lead role. After that, he also appeared in the film ‘Garuda Gaman Vrishab Vahana’ (2021). He was very popular in this film too. Even after this, Rishabh was seen acting in many films.

Made popular films as a director
When Rishab Shetty got recognition as an actor, he thought of fulfilling his dream of directing. Rishab’s first directed film was ‘Ricky’, after which he made the film ‘Kirki Party’. After that, he made great films like ‘Kasargod Koduge: Ramanna Rai’. All these films were very much liked by the audience.

Rishabh became famous across the country by directing the film
‘Kantara’ in 2022. He also played the lead role in the film ‘Kantara’. The film was made on a budget of just Rs 16 crore and earned more than Rs 400 crore at the box office. The film ‘Kantara’ showed the story of the folk gods of the Tulu state with a special message. The way the culture, folklore and beliefs of that particular state were shown in the film was a new and unforgettable experience for the audience. ‘Kantara’ also won the Best Actor and Popular Film awards at the 70th National Film Awards. Now Rishabh is making the second part of the film ‘Kantara’. Which will be released soon.