Rishab Shetty: Four movies, four diverse genres

Rishab Shetty, the acclaimed actor, writer, and director, is set to captivate audiences with an impressive slate of confirmed upcoming projects, showcasing his versatility and ambition. Following the monumental success of Kantara, fans eagerly await Kantara: Chapter 1 , a highly anticipated prequel that promises to delve deeper into the rich folklore and mythology. This film is scheduled for a worldwide grand release on October 2, 2025. Shetty has undergone extensive training in martial arts like Kalaripayattu for his role, indicating an even more intense and authentic action spectacle. Rishab Shetty will be seen in Prasanth Varma's Jai Hanuman , a sequel to the blockbuster Hanu-Man, where he will portray the titular character. His powerful first look as Lord Hanuman has already generated considerable buzz. Further expanding his horizons, Shetty is set to embody the legendary Maratha warrior in The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj , a historical epic slated for January 21, 2027. Rishab Shetty's commitment to delivering diverse and impactful cinematic experiences is also represented by his union with director Ashwin Gangaraju. This is Sithara Entertainments 36th movie. Also Read : Kantara actor Rishab Shetty unites with Sithara Entertainments Actress Payal Rajput Mourns Father's Passing After Cancer Battle