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Rishab Shetty Celebrates I-Day With Keradi Government Kannada School Children
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Actor Rishab Shetty is set to lead Production No. 36, the upcoming period drama backed by Sithara Entertainments.
National Award winner Rishab Shetty celebrated Independence Day with the children of Keradi Government Kannada Secondary School, along with his family. The actor also shared the photos along with wishing fans. He is gearing up for second part of superhit film Kantara.
Taking to his social media, Rishab Shetty shared some beautiful glimpses of himself hoisting the Indian flag and celebrating Independence Day with the kids of Keradi Government Kannada Secondary School, accompanied by his wife Pragathi Shetty and their children, Ranvit and Raadya. He also penned the caption, 'Independence day with the children of our village Keradi Government Kannada Secondary School with my family. The future of these children is the future of our India."
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After the massive success of Kantara in 2022, Rishab Shetty is reportedly charging a significantly higher fee for its prequel, Kantara Chapter 1. As per a report, the actor-director has raised his remuneration by 2400 per cent. As to a Koimoi report, Shetty is now charging Rs 100 crore for Kantara Chapter 1. In addition to this amount, he has also entered into a profit-sharing deal with the producers, which could earn him an extra Rs 50 crore depending on the film's performance.
What's on the work front for Rishab Shetty?
On the professional front, Rishab Shetty is gearing up for the much-awaited Kantara: Chapter 1, which promises to offer audiences a divine, immersive journey steeped in folklore and spirituality. He will also appear in the mythological epic Jai Hanuman and the grand historical drama The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Recently, he was announced as the lead in Sithara Entertainment's upcoming No. 36.
Hombale Films, the production house backing the film, continues to expand its impressive slate of projects. Along with Kantara: Chapter 1, which is scheduled for release on October 2, 2025, the studio also has Salaar: Part 2 – Shouryaanga Parvam and several other high-profile films in the pipeline.
Rishab Shetty Joins Forces With Naga Vamsi For Period Drama:
Actor Rishab Shetty is set to lead Production No. 36, the upcoming period drama backed by Sithara Entertainments. The announcement was accompanied by a striking poster that has ignited curiosity among fans. The visual features a cannon poised to strike amid a war-torn backdrop, while a masked figure looms large, suggesting a tale steeped in rebellion and war. The film, reportedly set in 18th-century Bengal, will be helmed by Ashwin Gangaraju, who previously directed Aakashavaani and was mentored by celebrated filmmaker SS Rajamouli. The project is co-produced by Fortune Four Cinemas and Srikara Studios, marking a significant collaboration for a pan-Indian release.
Sharing the announcement on social media, producer Naga Vamsi wrote, 'Not all Rebels are forged in Battle. Some are chosen by Destiny. And this is that story of a Rebel… Proudly announcing @SitharaEnts Production No.36 with the versatile and dynamic @shetty_rishab garu."
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August 15, 2025, 18:15 IST
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