Rishab Shetty Slams Bollywood's Portrayal Of India, Reddit Points Out Uncomfortable Kantara Scene: 'Hypocrisy'

Redditors lambasted Rishab Shetty, who directed the hit 2022 movie Kantara , for criticizing Bollywood. Shetty said that Bollywood presents Indian cinema globally in a negative light. Shetty, in a new interview with MetroSaga, said he believes in presenting his “nation, state, and language” in a positive light, something the Hindi Film Industry doesn’t do.

In the clip, which went viral on Reddit’s r/BollyBlindsNGossip, Shetty, in Kannada, says, “Indian films, particularly Bollywood, often portray India negatively. These so-called art films get showcased at international events and receive special attention. For me, my nation, my state, and my language are sources of pride.

I believe in presenting them in a positive light to the world, and that’s exactly what I strive to do.” RISHAB SHETTY: Indian films, especially Bollywood shows India in a Bad light, touted as art films, getting invited to global event, red carpets. My nation, My state, My language-MY PRIDE, why not take it on a +ve note globally & that's what I try to do.

pic.twitter.com/qR2NQkDe6J — Christopher Kanagaraj (@Chrissuccess) August 20, 2024 A Redditor shared the aforementioned clip with the caption, “Rishab Shetty: Indian films, especially Bollywood, shows India in a bad light.

” Soon, many slammed Shetty for his comments. One user, on X, shared a clip from Shetty’s Kantara in which his character pinched co-star Sapthami Gowda’s waist. Reacting to it, a person said, “Also, another scene.