Rishab Shetty bagged the best actor at the 70th National Film Awards. The actor expressed gratitude on his win.
Rishab Shetty is currently basking in the glory of his recent win at the 70th National Film Awards. Rishab’s film Kantara bagged two major awards: the first for Best Film (Wholesome Entertainment), and the second for Best Actor, which was awarded to Rishab himself. The gripping storyline of Kantara and its strong connection to religious beliefs and folklore took the audience by surprise. The film turned out to be a major hit, collecting over Rs.450 crore at the box office.
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Speaking about his big win, Rishab Shetty said, “I am truly overwhelmed by the honour of this National Award for Kantara. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has been part of this journey—the incredible team of artists, technicians, and especially Hombale Films. The audiences have made this film what it is, and their support fills me with a deep sense of responsibility.”
He further added, “I am committed to working even harder to bring an even better film to our viewers. With utmost respect, I dedicate this award to our Kannada audience, the Daiva Nartakas, and Appu sir. I thank the divine, as we have reached this moment through the blessings of the Daivas.”
Meanwhile, after Rishab’s win, several actors from the industry have congratulated him. Allu Arjun took to his X handle (formerly known as Twitter) and wrote, “Congratulations to @shetty_rishab on your well-deserved Best Actor win for Kantara! Your mind-blowing performance is still giving me goosebumps… Also, congrats to the entire team of Kantara for winning the Best Popular Film award.”
Yash also congratulated him, saying, “Heartiest congratulations to all the winners of the National Awards. A special shoutout to our very own @shetty_rishab, @VKiragandur, Prashanth Neel, and the entire @hombalefilms team for the well-deserved recognition for Kantara and KGF 2. Here’s to many more heights. This is indeed Kannada cinema’s shining moment on the national stage!”
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Congratulations to @shetty_rishab on your well-deserved Best Actor win for Kantara! Your mind-blowing performance is still giving me goosebumps…
Also, congrats to the entire team of Kantara for winning the Best Popular Film award.
— Jr NTR (@tarak9999) August 16, 2024
Heartiest congratulations to all the winners of the National Awards.
A special shoutout to our very own @shetty_rishab , @VKiragandur , Prashanth Neel and the entire @hombalefilms team for the well-deserved recognition for Kantara and KGF 2. Here’s to many more heights.
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— Yash (@TheNameIsYash) August 16, 2024
Kantara, with its folklore-inspired narrative, delves into the conflict between man and nature. In the film, Shiva, portrayed by Rishab Shetty, is a rebel opposing the forces of nature. Shot in Keradi, a coastal village in Karnataka, the film aims to authentically depict the traditions of Kambla and Bhootha Kola.