Rishab Shetty picks young director for his Telugu debut, here's what we know
Rishab Shetty is all set to make his Telugu debut with an action-packed drama that will be made on a huge budget. The project is locked, and read on to know the team behind this film.
Rishab Shetty okays a straight Telugu film
Last Updated: 03.11 PM, Jul 09, 2025
Rishab Shetty became a sensation of sorts after the success of his film Kantara. The film was a solid hit in the Telugu states and made Shetty a household name across the country. He is now busy working on Kantara Chapter 1, and the recent look of the Kannada star from the film has gone viral all over.
Rishab Shetty signs a film with Sithara Entertainments
As Rishab Shetty has a massive fan following in the Telugu states, several producers approached him for a straight Telugu film in the last few years. However, for various reasons, Rishab Shetty did not sign any Telugu project and remained focused on his own ventures.
Now, as per the latest updates, we have come to know that Naga Vamsi, the producer of Sitara Entertainments, has approached Rishab Shetty for a big-budget Telugu film. A source close to the team has revealed that Rishab has given his nod to the project, which will be directed by young filmmaker Ashwin Gangaraju.
For those unaware, Ashwin is a budding director who previously assisted SS Rajamouli and made his debut with Aakashavaani. Though the film didn’t fare well at the box office, Ashwin was praised for his writing and emotional storytelling. Now, Ashwin bagging a film with the likes of Rishab Shetty has become a hot topic in film circles.
Sitara Entertainments is one banner that is leaving no stone unturned in bringing big stars into Telugu cinema. They’ve previously collaborated with the likes of Dulquer Salmaan and Dhanush and are currently producing a film with Suriya, directed by Venky Atluri.
Naga Vamsi is making strategic moves by working with pan-India stars, and adding Rishab Shetty to that list is a unique and bold move. This combination hints that something big is on the cards.
Rishab Shetty's new look from Kantara Chapter 1 goes viral
Rishab Shetty, who enjoys a massive fan base post-Kantara, is expected to play a powerful role in this film which is a period drama as per the news. Pre-production is already in full swing, and an official announcement is expected soon. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting collaboration.