Superstar actor Rishab Shetty has had a remarkable year in 2025. His film ‘Kantara: Chapter 1’ has made waves globally, grossing around ₹850 crore and setting box office records. After its successful theatrical run, the film is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, where it continues to receive immense love from audiences. Following this massive success, fans are eager to know about Rishab’s next film. In a recent interview, the actor opened up about his upcoming projects.
Rishab Shetty revealed that in his next film, he will solely take on the role of an actor. He stated, “I will definitely shoot, but this time as an actor. Currently, I do not plan to step behind the camera to direct.” He further mentioned that he will begin working on the script and pre-production for his new project next year. Additionally, he hinted at a special plan for his fans, with a major announcement scheduled for 2026.
On the work front, Rishab Shetty will soon be seen in the film ‘Jai Hanuman’, directed by Prashanth Varma, which is set to release in 2026. He is also involved in a grand historical project titled ‘The Pride of India’, where he will portray the role of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. This film is expected to hit theaters in January 2027. Fans are also eagerly anticipating the much-awaited franchise film ‘Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 2’, which has generated significant excitement.