Rishab Shetty’s Rise to Fame: From Odd Jobs to National Acclaim

Rishab Shetty’s journey to success is a tale of perseverance and dedication. From selling water cans to winning the National Award, Shetty’s path to stardom was not without its challenges. In this article, we will delve into the life of Rishab Shetty, exploring his formative years, his foray into direction, and his rise to fame with the critically acclaimed film, Kantara.

Rishab Shetty’s Formative Years

Rishab Shetty was born Prashanth Shetty in Mangaluru, Karnataka. During his college days in Bengaluru, he pursued a B.Com degree and joined a theatre troupe, where he was part of Yakshagana plays. The recognition he received while performing in theatre plays pushed him to pursue acting and direction. However, it took Shetty almost 10 years to get his first film as a filmmaker. To survive and make a living, the actor did odd jobs, which included selling water cans, working in real estate, and working in hotels.

Rishab Shetty’s journey to success

Alongside, Shetty also completed a diploma course at the Government Film and TV Institute in Bengaluru. He was so focused that he never said no to doing odd jobs in the industry. Reportedly, he worked as a clap boy, spot boy, assistant director, and more.

Rishab Shetty’s Foray Into Direction

Though Rishab Shetty continued acting in films, his ultimate aim was to direct films. He made his directorial debut in 2016 with Ricky, which received a lukewarm response. The same year, he made Kirik Party, starring Rakshit Shetty and Rashmika Mandanna, which catapulted him to fame.

Kirik Party

The romantic comedy-drama enjoyed critical acclaim and commercial success and won the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Family Entertainer, among many other awards.

Kantara and Its Global Success

Kantara, directed by Rishab Shetty, won critical acclaim and commercial success for its rooted portrayal of ‘Bhuta Kola’ (a devotional dance performance in coastal Karnataka). Shetty portrayed two roles in the film—a Kambala champion and a Bhuta Kola performer.

Kantara

The film was initially released in Kannada. After receiving rave reviews, Kantara was dubbed into other languages and released globally. It emerged as the second highest-grossing Kannada film of all time after Yash’s KGF: Chapter 2.

Conclusion

Rishab Shetty’s rise to fame is a testament to his hard work and dedication. From selling water cans to winning the National Award, Shetty’s journey is an inspiration to many. With Kantara, he has proven himself to be a talented filmmaker, and we can’t wait to see what he has in store for us next.

Rishab Shetty