Movie Demand: Rishabh Shetty shot to pan-India fame with the blockbuster Kantara, and ever since, his popularity has only soared higher.
Though originally a prominent face in the Kannada film industry, recent developments suggest that Rishabh is currently in more demand in the Telugu industry than his home turf.
Currently, Rishabh is fully engaged with Kantara: Chapter 1, a prequel to the original film.
However, what’s interesting is that he hasn’t signed any new Kannada projects post this.
Instead, he’s stepping into Telugu cinema directly with Jai Hanuman, a big-budget mythological film that has already created buzz.
He is also said to be considering Bollywood films, particularly those centered around historical themes like Chhatrapati Shivaji.
This strategic shift indicates that Rishabh is eyeing a wider national reach, and Telugu cinema seems to be offering him the ideal platform for it.
Industry insiders report that Rishabh is demanding a significantly higher remuneration for Telugu films compared to what he charged in Kannada.
The Telugu producers, aiming at a pan-India market, are willing to invest more in star talent and Rishabh is cashing in on the opportunity.
Sources suggest that his fee has touched around ₹25 crores, highlighting the massive value Telugu filmmakers see in him as a bankable star.
The Telugu film industry has consistently pushed boundaries with pan-India projects.
This offers actors like Rishabh Shetty a broader canvas, both in terms of scale and audience.
Naturally, this is attracting actors who want to expand their footprint beyond regional cinema.
With Kantara: Chapter 1 slated for release on October 2, expectations are sky-high.
If the film replicates or surpasses the original’s success, Rishabh Shetty may well become a permanent fixture in the Telugu industry.