Rishab Shetty Reveals Heartwarming Call from Vijay Sethupathi After Kantara Success
Rishab Shetty, the acclaimed actor and director who rose to global fame with the blockbuster film Kantara, recently shared a touching memory involving Tamil superstar Vijay Sethupathi. During an event organized by Galatta, Shetty recounted how Sethupathi personally called him to express admiration for his work in the 2022 cinematic phenomenon.
Surprise Call from a Cinematic Icon
While speaking at the event, Rishab Shetty detailed the unexpected phone conversation with Vijay Sethupathi, who is renowned for his roles in films like Vikram and Farzi. "It was only sir, who watched Kantara and called me," Shetty revealed. "He began speaking in English and said, 'I have watched your film. Feels really good.'"
Thrilled to receive such recognition from a respected peer, Shetty responded in Tamil, saying, "Sir, thank you so much. You calling me was enough." Upon realizing that Shetty could converse in Tamil, Sethupathi switched languages, making their discussion more intimate and personal.
An Emotional and Friendly Exchange
Rishab Shetty described the call as imbued with emotional resonance from the very beginning. "See, I have watched all of his films and interviews, and I could relate to his journey," he explained. To illustrate his feelings, Shetty humorously referenced an iconic dialogue from Prabhu Deva's film Manadhai Thirudivittai: "Why blood, same blood," highlighting a sense of shared experience and camaraderie.
The conversation quickly evolved into a warm, friendly exchange, deepening the connection between the two artists beyond mere professional courtesy.
Kantara Franchise and Upcoming Projects
On the professional front, Rishab Shetty was last seen in the 2025 mythological drama Kantara Chapter: 1, which serves as both a prequel and sequel to the original film. Set in the 4th-5th century during the Kadamba dynasty, the movie explores the past of the Kantara narrative and features Shetty alongside Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah, and Jayaram in pivotal roles.
The film garnered massive critical acclaim and achieved remarkable commercial success, grossing over Rs 852 crore worldwide.
Currently, Rishab Shetty is actively working on several upcoming projects, including Jai Hanuman and The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Vijay Sethupathi's Recent Endeavors
Meanwhile, Vijay Sethupathi was most recently seen in the silent film Gandhi Talks. Fans can look forward to his return in the highly anticipated Farzi season 2, continuing his versatile and impactful career in Indian cinema.
This heartwarming anecdote underscores the mutual respect and admiration within the film industry, where artists from different linguistic backgrounds come together to celebrate cinematic excellence.
