Rishab Shetty (Kantara actor-director) net worth in 2023, wife, age, height and bio

Rishab Shetty Shetty net worth in 2023 is estimated to around INR 12.5 Crores. He is an Indian actor and filmmaker who primarily works in Kannada film industry.

He is currently riding on the humongous success of his latest release “Kantara”. It has been a sensational movie which has made Rishab a pan India Star.

The film has done terrific business breaking many box office records and has received critical acclaims from fans, critics and celebrities.

In this blogpost, you will get to know about Rishab Shetty net worth and income sources. his luxurious lifestyle, his journey from an ordinary village boy to a renowned actor, director and filmmaker.

Here, we will discuss about all aspects about his life viz; his education, acting carrier, filmography as an actor, director and producer, his struggle and more. Read on to know more about the him.

Rishab Shetty Bio

Rishab Shetty Early Life

Rishab Shetty was born in Keradi village of Kundapura taluk of Udupi District in Karnataka. After doing his initial schooling in Kundapura, he joined Vijaya College Bangalore for pursuing B.Com graduation.

His acting journey started through Yakshagana plays which he did in his home town.

During his college life at Vijaya College also, he was actively involved in plays which developed his foundation for the craft.

His performance in College plays was appreciated a lot, which motivated him to pursue acting as a professional carrier.

Rishab Shetty’s Carrier in Kannada Film Industry (Sandalwood)

Rishab Shetty started trying in movies after passing out from Vijaya College. While searching searching work in movies, he parallelly did various odd jobs like hotel work, selling water cans, real estate etc.

During this struggle he acquired diploma in film direction from the Government Film and TV Institute in Bangalore.

He got his first major role in the movie Thuglak. After that he started getting key roles in movies like Pawan Kumar’s Lucia, Rakshit Shetty’s Ulidavaru Kandante.

Then in 2016, he directed his first movie Ricky which starred Rakshit Shetty. The film received an average response at the box office. Then he directed Kirik Party in the same year which turned out to be a hit at the box office.

He then directed Sarkari Hi. Pra. Shaale which was a great success. The movie received very good response from critics and fans and went on to win the National Film Award in Best Children’s Film category at the 66th National Film Awards.

Rishab Shetty as male lead actor

Rishab Shetty got his first role as the male lead in the movie Bell Bottom (2019 film) which was well received by audience.

After Bell Bottom, his next major role was in Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana. It was released in 2021 and was a commercial and critical success. Rishab’s performance in the film was widely appreciated by critics and audience.

Rishab Shetty’s movies list as an actor

Rishab Shetty movies list as Director/Writer/Producer

Rishab Shetty in Kantara and National Recognition

Rishab Shetty released the movie Kantara in collaboration with Hombale Films in 2022.

He starred in the film as the main protagonist and also directed the film. His leading lady in the film was beautiful Sapthami Gowda.

Initially the film was released in Kannada language only. The film received huge box office collection and rave reviews from critics and audience.

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Then the movie was released in four other Indian languages including Hindi. The movie continued its box office success in all languages and became a Pan India Blockbuster. The film received love and appreciation from all critics and fans and became the second highest grosser of Kannada film Industry.

Rishab Shetty’s performance in Kantara has been lauded by celebrities and critics all over India. He has been literally sensational in the movie.

Rishab Shetty’s struggle in Kannada Film Industry

Rishab Shetty has received a lot of praise, love, fame and appreciation after the huge success of Kantara movie.

However, not many people know that there is a struggle of around 18 years before tasting this success and recognition.

Rishab joined Kannada film Industry in 2004. Hailing from a non-filmy background, he had no contacts in the industry and had to start from scratch. He started working in film industry as clap boy, spot boy, assistant director etc.

In an interview with Zoom TV, Rishab Shetty told about his struggle in the Kannada film Industry. He came to industry to become an actor. However, he realised it is very difficult to get role in films without contacts.

He came to learn from someone’s interview that its easy to make contacts in the film industry by working as assistant director. So, he started as assistant director in the films and learn about the seriousness of film direction.

He gradually grew himself in the industry. He kept switching between acting and film direction over the last 18 years. He has seen many ups and downs in the carrier before finally tasting his current fame and recognition.

Finally. his hard work has paid off. Now he not just any other actor or director, he is THE RISHAB SHETTY.

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Rishab Shetty net worth and salary in 2023

Rishab Shetty net worth in 2023 is estimated to be INR 12.5 crores. His main source of income is from movies only and that includes his income from acting, direction, production.

There is no exact information available regarding his net worth & income statements, the figures presented here are rough estimates.

He owns a fleet of luxurious cars including his latest addition Audi Q7.

With his increased fame due to massive success of the movie Kantara, Rishab is going to be one of the most sought after actor as wells as director.

And it is anticipated that Rishab Shetty’s net worth is going to increase exponentially.

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Conclusion

In this blogpost, we discussed about Rishab Shetty net worth, his assets, career growth as an actor and director. We also talked a little about his personal life.

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