Following the massive success of ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’, Rishab Shetty has been quietly engaged in the filming of ‘Jai Hanuman’. During a recent public appearance in Bengaluru on the occasion of his birthday, the ‘Divine Star’ spoke candidly about his upcoming projects and his vision for the industry.
Addressing confusion regarding the language of the Prashanth Varma-directed film ‘Jai Hanuman’, Rishab playfully asserted that it is, in fact, a Kannada film. He recounted a witty conversation where he explained his stance: while the producer and director might be from the Telugu film industry, he is a Kannada actor, and the character of Lord Hanuman belongs to everyone, including Kannadigas. Thus, he cheekily concluded that it is a Kannada film. He further clarified that as a pan-India project, the film will be shot in multiple languages based on the director’s requirements, with dubbing making language barriers irrelevant in modern cinema.
Reflecting on the current state of the Kannada film industry, Rishab compared the industry’s situation to the age-old “chicken or the egg” dilemma—debating whether audiences are failing to support good cinema or if filmmakers are failing to produce quality content. He emphasized that whenever a good movie is released, the audience undoubtedly supports it, citing the recent success of ‘Su Frum So’ by newcomer J.P. Tumminadu as a prime example of audiences embracing fresh talent and good storytelling over star-studded failures.
Discussing broader cinematic trends, Rishab highlighted that box office numbers are secondary to the actual number of people connecting with a story, pointing to the success of regional films like ‘Vaala-2’ in Malayalam and ‘Youth’ in Tamil. While acknowledging the rise of OTT platforms, he noted that they are becoming as conventional as television, providing a steady stream of content. However, he firmly believes that theaters remain the ultimate destination for the cinematic experience, and the industry must focus on creating content that compels audiences to return to the big screen.
Regarding his own creative pace, Rishab explained that while smaller films can be produced annually, larger projects naturally require more time and meticulous preparation. He is currently juggling acting commitments in ‘Jai Hanuman’ alongside developing two other scripts. Recalling the rapid production of ‘Kantara’, he noted that while that film was completed and released within a single year, filmmaking is a creative process that cannot always be rushed.
Finally, Rishab expressed concern regarding the lack of nurturing for writers within the Kannada film industry, noting that this oversight has been a recurring mistake. He observed that many talented writers from Bengaluru are now working in Mumbai due to a lack of local opportunities. He reaffirmed his commitment to fostering and developing new writing talent within the Kannada industry to ensure better storytelling in the future.
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