Kannada actor Rishab Shetty, who won the Best Actor in a Leading Role award at the 70th National Film Awards for his directorial film `Kantara`, is receiving flak for his remarks on Bollywood films. Rishab, who is on a promotional spree for his upcoming film `Laughing Buddha`, said Bollywood shows India in a bad light.
In an interview with MetroSaga, Rishab “Indian films, especially Bollywood films, show India in a negative light. These art films are invited to global events and given a red carpet welcome. My nation, my state, my language are my pride. Why not show it in a positive light? That’s what I’m trying to do.”
This statement did not go down well with a section of netizens, who also mentioned the controversial waist pinching scene of Rishab in ‘Kantara’.
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One user wrote: “Success is temporary but pinching a woman’s waist and shitting on Bollywood is permanent.”
“That’s why I call most of these Southern stars hypocrites. They only care about their language,” added another.
One user wrote: “Bollywood is the only industry in India which has been recognised by people outside India… they have opened up markets for other Indian films in the international market…”
Another user commented, “What a jealous soul. Katter hates Bollywood. He begged the Bollywood audience to support his overrated third-rate film which was filled with animal slaughter, sexual perverts, flesh eaters, women abusers etc. Showing his true colours.”
The 70 National Film Awards Last week, the film “Kantara” was announced in the national capital. “Kantara” also won the award for the best popular film that offers wholesome entertainment. Set in the fictional village of Dakshina Kannada, “Kantara” follows Shetty’s character, who plays the role of a Kambala champion, who takes on a Forest Range officer.
Speaking to ANI, Rishab said, “This has been possible because of my entire team. I am just the face of the film, it is all because of their hard work. The production house, the cinematographer, the technicians, it is all because of them.”
He also expressed his gratitude towards his fans and said, “I want to thank the people of Karnataka. I want to thank the National Awards panel for recognising this film. The people have made this film a success, I am very happy. I want to dedicate this award to the people of Karnataka.”
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