Popular Kannada actor and director Rishab Shetty, who became a household name after the blockbuster success of Kantara, is all set to make his Telugu debut. He will star in the upcoming period film directed by Ashwin Gangaraju. The project is tentatively titled Sithara Entertaiments Production Number 36 and is produced by Sithara Entertainment in collaboration with Fortune Four Cinemas.
Sithara Entertainment made the official announcement on their X timeline. The post read, “Not all Rebels are forged in Battle. Some are chosen by Destiny And this is that story of a Rebel.” The announcement was accompanied by a poster that hints at an action-packed historical drama. The caption, “The land burned a rebel rose,” and the imagery of a cannon surrounded by bayonets suggest a story set against the backdrop of war and rebellion.
Speculations are rife that the film could be set in 18th-century Bengal, given the rebel-centric theme. Fans of Rishab Shetty are already excited to see him in a new avatar, especially after his stellar performance in Kantara. The actor has wrapped up shooting for Kantara: Chapter 1, the much-anticipated prequel to the original film, which is set to release on October 2.
Ashwin Gangaraju, the director of the film, is known for his critically acclaimed Telugu movie Aakashavaani. The film, which starred Samuthirakani, Vinay Varma, and Teja Kakumanu, was initially planned for a theatrical release but had to move to OTT due to the pandemic.
This new project marks a significant milestone for Rishab Shetty as he steps into Telugu cinema. The combination of his acting prowess and Gangaraju’s directorial vision has already generated buzz in the industry. The film is expected to be a high-octane period drama with a strong emotional core.
Meanwhile, Sithara Entertainment is gearing up for the release of Kingdom, another action-packed film starring Vijay Deverakonda. The timing of the announcement adds to the excitement, as fans now have multiple big releases to look forward to.
With Kantara: Chapter 1 set to hit theaters soon and this new project announcement, Rishab Shetty is proving to be one of the most versatile actors in Indian cinema. The anticipation for both films is sky-high, and fans can’t wait to see what he brings to the table next.