After gaining recognition as the love interest of Tamil star Karthi in Vaa Vaathiyar and Malayalam actor Tovino Thomas in Ajayante Randam Moshanam, young actress Krithi Shetty is now set to star opposite Telugu heartthrob Vijay Deverakonda in his upcoming film directed by Gautam Tinnanuri. A source confirms that Shetty is in talks to play the female lead in this semi-period drama, marking an exciting new chapter in her career.
Krithi made a strong impact in Tollywood with the blockbuster Uppena and has since worked alongside stars like Naga Chaitanya in Custody and Ram Pothineni in Warrior. While she continues to receive numerous offers in Telugu cinema, she has become more selective, taking on substantial roles in other regional films. Despite this, she remains deeply connected to Telugu films, which hold a special place in her heart.
Shetty is also expanding her career beyond Tollywood, currently working on the Tamil film Genie opposite Jayam Ravi and Vaa Vaathiyar with Karthi. Her Malayalam debut, Ajayante Randam Moshanam, was well-received, with her subtle performance praised by the audience. "She’s trying to broaden her presence across multiple languages, as the barriers between regional cinema are fading," says a source close to her. In today’s cinema landscape, being a multilingual actress offers more opportunities, as films are increasingly being released across the South.