Kannada actor Rishab Shetty (Instagram)
Kannada actor and filmmaker Rishab Shetty, who rose to nationwide fame with his blockbuster 'Kantara', is once again in the news. Bestowed with a National Film Award for his performance in 'Kantara', Shetty has been busy promoting the upcoming Kannada film 'Laughing Buddha', starring Pramod Shetty. However, it’s a recent interview with MetroSaga that has generated significant buzz online
In the interview, a clip of which has gone viral, Rishab Shetty openly criticised Bollywood for its portrayal of India at international film festivals. Speaking in Kannada, Shetty voiced his frustration with how Bollywood films often present India in a negative light on the global stage.
He remarked, "Indian films, especially Bollywood, show India in a bad light. These art films are invited to global events and given a red carpet. My nation, my state, my language—my pride. Why not showcase them positively on a global platform? That’s what I strive to do."
Netizens' Reactions
Shetty's comments have sparked a heated debate online, with some netizens labeling him a "Bollywood hater" and accusing him of hypocrisy. Critics pointed to a scene in 'Kantara' where his character pinches a female character's waist without her consent, calling out the film's problematic content.
One user wrote, "Such a jealous soul. A die-hard Bollywood hater. He begged the Bollywood audience to support his overrated film filled with problematic content.” Another added, “Success is temporary, but pinching female waists and bashing Bollywood is permanent.”
In the interview, a clip of which has gone viral, Rishab Shetty openly criticised Bollywood for its portrayal of India at international film festivals. Speaking in Kannada, Shetty voiced his frustration with how Bollywood films often present India in a negative light on the global stage.
He remarked, "Indian films, especially Bollywood, show India in a bad light. These art films are invited to global events and given a red carpet. My nation, my state, my language—my pride. Why not showcase them positively on a global platform? That’s what I strive to do."
Netizens' Reactions
Shetty's comments have sparked a heated debate online, with some netizens labeling him a "Bollywood hater" and accusing him of hypocrisy. Critics pointed to a scene in 'Kantara' where his character pinches a female character's waist without her consent, calling out the film's problematic content.
One user wrote, "Such a jealous soul. A die-hard Bollywood hater. He begged the Bollywood audience to support his overrated film filled with problematic content.” Another added, “Success is temporary, but pinching female waists and bashing Bollywood is permanent.”
( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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