Kantara fame Rishab Shetty has landed himself in hot water with his recent remark on Bollywood. Well, the users of social media were quick to pull out a misogynistic scene from his film. Take a look here! New Delhi: Kannada actor and filmmaker Rishab Shetty, best known for his 2022 hit Kantara, has found himself in hot water after making critical remarks about Bollywood’s portrayal of India.
While promoting his upcoming Kannada film Laughing Buddha, the actor expressed frustration with how Bollywood films represent the country at international film festivals. His comments, however, have ignited a storm of controversy online. Rishab Shetty’s remark on Bollywood showing India in a bad light In an interview with MetroSaga, Rishab Shetty, who recently bagged the Best Actor National Film Award for his role in Kantara, shared his thoughts on Bollywood’s influence abroad.
Speaking in Kannada, he remarked, “Indian films, especially Bollywood, show India in a bad light. These art films are invited to global events and given a red carpet. My nation, my state, my language—my pride.
Why not take it on a positive note globally, and that’s what I try to do.” Well, the Kannada actor’s statement quickly went viral, drawing strong reactions from netizens. Critics were quick to point out what they saw as hypocrisy in his comments, especially in light of certain scenes in Kantara.
One particular scene, where Rishab’s character pinches a woman’s waist without her consent, has become a focal point for critics accusing him of double standards. RISHABH SHETTY – Indian films,especially Bollywood shows india in bad light ! by u/Left_Bee5657 in BollyBlindsNGossip Internet reacts to Rishab Shetty’s viral remark Social media erupted with reactions, many accusing the actor of harbouring a bias against Bollywood. One user commented, “Such a jealous soul.
Kattar Bollywood hater. He begged Bollywood audience to support his overrated film filled with problematic content.” Another user added, “Success is temporary, but pinching female waists and sh*tting on Bollywood is permanent.
” That’s why I call the majority of these South stars as hypocrites. They are only concerned about their language. — yourweirdcrush X (@Yourweirdcrush1) August 20, 2024 success is temporary, but pinching female waist & shitting on Bollywood is permanent🤡🤡 — NJ (@Nilzrav) August 20, 2024 Such a jealous soul.
Katter bollywood hater. He begged bollywood audience to support his third class overrated film that was filled with animal k!ling, s£x prevert, meat eating, women abuser etc. Showing his true color.
— अपना Bollywood🎥 (@Apna_Bollywood) August 20, 2024 Critics argue that despite its flaws, Bollywood has been pivotal in putting Indian cinema on the global map. One particularly scathing comment read, “As if not showing those realities on screen would change the living conditions of people in India. That’s what happens when you live in a posh apartment surrounded by elite class people and 20 servants holding an umbrella for you; you forget there is another world too.
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