Rishabh Shetty has become a pan India star after the release of ‘Kantara’. His popularity has increased rapidly not only in the South but also in Hindi speaking states. Released in 2022, Rishab has also directed this film along with acting, which gave him recognition all over the country. On August 16, Rishab Shetty was awarded the 70th National Film Award for his performance in the action thriller film. After winning the National Award for his film, now the Kannada actor has done something, due to which he has now come under the target of netizens.

Rishabh Shetty took a dig at Bollywood

Rishabh Shetty had taken a dig at Bollywood and said that ‘Bollywood shows India in a wrong way.’ After this comment of his, Rishab Shetty has come under the target of trolls. These days, Rishabh is busy promoting his upcoming Kannada film ‘Laughing Buddha’ starring Pramod Shetty. During this, he made this comment on Bollywood and created controversy.

Rishabh Shetty’s comment on Bollywood

In his viral interview of Metro Saga, Rishabh Shetty expressed his disappointment over the portrayal of India by Bollywood in international film events. Speaking in Kannada, the actor says- “Indian films, especially Bollywood, show India in a bad light. These art films are invited to global events and given the red carpet. My nation, my state, my language-my pride. Why not take it in a positive way globally and that’s what I try to do.”

Users did not like Rishabh’s comment

Rishabh Shetty’s comment is getting strong reactions from netizens. People have even called him a ‘hypocrite’ citing some scenes from Kantara. In a scene in Kantara, his character pinches a woman’s waist without her consent. Citing this scene, Rishabh has been accused of having double standards.

Social media users furious over Rishabh Shetty’s statement

Reacting to Rishabh Shetty’s statement, a user wrote – ‘What a jealous soul. Hardcore Bollywood hater. He requested the Bollywood audience to support his overrated film, which is full of problematic content.’ Another wrote – ‘Success is momentary, but pinching women’s waist and attacking Bollywood is permanent.’ After this video of Rishabh Shetty surfaced, users have started proving that Bollywood is the only Indian film industry that is recognized internationally and has helped other Indian films gain global popularity.