Rakshit Shetty
Rakshit Shetty (born 6 June 1983)[1] is an Indian actor and filmmaker working predominantly in Kannada cinema. He is the recipient of one National Film Award, two Filmfare Awards South, two Karnataka State Film Awards and five SIIMA Awards. He debuted with the film Namm Areal Ond Dina (2010) and got his breakthrough in the cult Blockbuster Ulidavaru Kandanthe (2014) and further established himself as a lead actor in Godhi Banna Sadharana Mykattu (2015), Kirik Party (2016), Avane Srimannarayana (2019), 777 Charlie (2021), and Sapta Saagaradaache Ello – Side A (2023), with the former becoming his highest-grossing film of his career.[2]
Rakshit Shetty | |
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| Born | Rakshit Shetty 6 June 1983 |
| Alma mater | NMAM Institute of Technology |
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| Years active | 2010–present |
| Organization | Paramvah Studios |
| Website | paramvah |
Shetty is widely regarded as "Simple Star" for his style of filmmaking.[3] He owns the production and distribution company named Paramvah Studios.
Early life edit
Shetty was born in Udupi on 6 June 1983 in a Tulu-speaking Bunt family.[1][4][5] He completed his schooling at his hometown. During his schooling days he was an avid Pili Nalike dancer, a folk dance in the Tulu Nadu region.[6] This made him provide a major role for the dancers in his 2014 film Ulidavaru Kandanthe.[7] Before starting his movie career, he completed his bachelor's degree in Electronics and Communications engineering at N.M.A.M. Institute of Technology, Nitte, Karkala. After graduating, he worked as a software professional for two years before becoming an actor starting in theatre.[8][9]
Career edit
Debut and breakthrough (2010-2015) edit
Shetty made his acting debut as a parallel lead with Nam Areal Ond Dina (2010) directed by Aravind Kaushik. The film starred debutants Anish Tejeshwar and Meghana Gaonkar in lead roles. Though the filming was commenced in 2008, the film underwent several struggles and huddles and released in July 2010.[10] Though critics acclaimed the film for its non-linear narration, it didn't garner much popularity or success to Shetty.[11] Following this debut, Shetty again collaborated with Aravind Kaushik and Meghana Gaonkar in his next release, Tuglak (2012). He essayed the role of Raaghu, an angry young man and garnered positive reviews from critics for his performance. However, the film was criticized for its screenplay and direction.[12] The film also had actor Rishab Shetty in a pivotal role.
Shetty's big breakthrough came with the romance-comedy film Simple Agi Ondh Love Story (2013) directed by Simple Suni and co-starred Shwetha Srivatsav. The film turned out to be a major box-office success and also got critical acclaim.[13] The film's success gave stardom to Shetty and he was fondly called as "Simple Star" and director Sunil Kumar being called "Simple Suni".[14] Following this success, Shetty debuted as a director and screenwriter neo-noir gangster film Ulidavaru Kandanthe (2014). The film was the first in Kannada to be shot entirely in sync sound technology. Upon release, the movie was praised for its regional authenticity in depicting Tulu Nadu and its people. Shetty won multiple awards including Karnataka State Film Award for Director's First Time Best Film and Filmfare Award South for Best Director for his direction[15][16] The film holds a cult following, and thus has become a part of new-age generation Kannada cinema.[17] Following this, in the same year Shetty did a cameo role in Suni's directorial Bahuparak with Srinagar Kitty in the lead role.[18]
Critical acclaim and continued success (2015-present) edit
Shetty began the year 2015 by coming out of his friends' circle and teaming up with the popular commercial director Yogaraj Bhat for the satire comedy film Vaastu Prakaara co-starring Jaggesh.[19] Following this, Shetty appeared in a cameo as himself in the film Jaathre.
In 2016, Shetty played the title role in the romantic thriller Ricky, a directorial debut film of his friend Rishab Shetty. The film was a commercial success and Shetty was appreciated for his powerful performance. This was followed by the critical success Godhi Banna Sadharana Mykattu (2016). Shetty achieved further success with the 2016 college drama Kirik Party which he wrote and produced, it was a critical and commercial success.[20] In 2022, Shetty was seen in 777 Charlie, with his co-star, Charlie, a Labrador; Shetty produced 777 Charlie with the direction of Kiranraj K, under Paramvah Studios and opposite with Sangeetha Sringeri .[a] It was released on the 10th of June, 2022. The shooting process of this film took more than five years. The film focuses on the relationship between pets and pet lovers.[21] In 2023, he starred in Sapta Sagaradaache Ello directed by Hemanth Rao and co-starred Rukmini Vasanth. The film was split into two parts with separate release dates.
Popularity edit
Directors Pawan Kumar, Anup Bhandari, Prashanth Neel, Hemanth M. Rao, Manjunatha Somashekara Reddy (Mansore), Rishab Shetty, and Raj B. Shetty along with Rakshit have been credited by the media and in the Kannada film industry as having begun the new wave of filmmaking. Through his unconventional body of works, he has established himself as one of the prominent film makers in the Kannada film industry.[22][23]
Personal life edit
Shetty began dating his co-star Rashmika Mandanna during the making of Kirik Party, and the couple got engaged on July 3, 2017 in a private ceremony in her hometown of Virajpet.[24] The couple mutually broke off their engagement in September 2018, citing compatibility issues.[25]
Filmography edit
| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
As actor edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Nam Areal Ond Dina | Aravind | ||
| 2012 | Tuglak | Raaghu | ||
| 2013 | Simple Agi Ondh Love Story | Kushal | ||
| 2014 | Ulidavaru Kandanthe | Richard Anthony (Richie) | ||
| Bahuparak | Richie | Cameo | ||
| 2015 | Vaastu Prakaara | Kubera | ||
| Jaathre | Himself | Guest appearance | ||
| 2016 | Ricky | Ricky | ||
| Godhi Banna Sadharana Mykattu | Shiva | |||
| Jigarthanda | Himself | Guest appearance | ||
| Kirik Party | Karna | |||
| 2019 | Padde Huli | Karna | Cameo | |
| Avane Srimannarayana | Inspector Narayana | |||
| 2022 | 777 Charlie | Dharmaraj Dattana (Dharma) | ||
| 2023 | Vasantha Kokila | Himself | Kannada version, guest appearance | |
| Sapta Saagaradaache Ello - Side A | Manu | |||
| Sapta Saagaradaache Ello - Side B |
Other crew positions edit
| Year | Title | Director | Producer | Writer | Lyricist | Presenter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Ulidavaru Kandanthe | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No | |
| 2016 | Godhi Banna Sadharana Mykattu | No | No | No | Yes | No | |
| Kirik Party | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | ||
| 2018 | Humble Politician Nograj | No | Yes | No | No | No | |
| Katheyondu Shuruvagide | No | Yes | No | No | No | ||
| 2019 | Avane Srimannarayana | No | Yes | Yes | No | No | |
| 2020 | Bheemasena Nalamaharaja | No | Yes | No | No | No | |
| 2021 | Ramarjuna | No | Yes | No | No | No | |
| Garuda Gamana Vrishbha Vahana | No | No | No | No | Yes | ||
| 2022 | Sakutumba Sametha | No | Yes | No | No | No | |
| 777 Charlie | No | Yes | No | No | No | ||
| Gargi | No | No | No | No | Yes | ||
| 2023 | Hostel Hudugaru Bekagiddare | No | No | No | No | Yes | |
| Sapta Saagaradaache Ello - Side A | No | Yes | No | No | No | ||
| Sapta Saagaradaache Ello - Side B | No | Yes | No | Yes | No |
Awards and nominations edit
| Totals | ||
| Awards won | 17 | |
| Nominations | 24 | |
| Year[b] | Film | Award | Category | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Ulidavaru Kandanthe | 62nd Filmfare Awards South | Best Director | Won | [28] |
| Best Actor | Nominated | ||||
| Best Lyricist | Nominated | ||||
| 2014 Karnataka State Film Awards | Director's First Time Best Film | Won | [16] | ||
| Behindwoods Gold Medal | Best Filmmaker Kannada | Won | [26] | ||
| 2017 | Godhi Banna Sadharana Mykattu | KAFTA Awards | Best Lyrics | Won | [29] |
| IIFA Utsavam | Performance In A Supporting Role – Male | Won | [30] | ||
| Kirik Party | Best Film | Won | |||
| Performance In A Leading Role – Male | Won | ||||
| Best Lyrics | Won | ||||
| Best Story | Nominated | ||||
| 2016 Karnataka State Film Awards | Best Family Entertainer | Won | [31] | ||
| 64th Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor | Nominated | [32][33] | ||
| Best Lyricist | Nominated | ||||
| Critics Award for Best Actor – South | Won | ||||
| 6th SIIMA Awards | Best Film | Won | [34] | ||
| Best Actor | Nominated | ||||
| Entertainer of the Year | Won | ||||
| 2021 | Avane Srimannarayana | 9th South Indian International Movie Awards | Best Film | Nominated | [35] [36] |
| Best Actor | Nominated | ||||
| Critic's choice Best Actor | Won | ||||
| 2022 | 777 Charlie | 69th National Film Awards | Best Regional Film Award- Kannada | Won | |
| SIIMA Awards 2023 | Best Feature Film | Won | [37] | ||
| Special Award - Best Actor | Won |
Notes edit
References edit
- ^ a b "Read about Rakshit Shetty's books of dreams". The Times of India. 27 January 2015. Retrieved 17 July 2021.
- ^ "Kantara box office: Rishab Shetty's film is 6th biggest Kannada movie ever. See who else in on the list". Hindustan Times. 15 October 2022. Retrieved 19 August 2023.
- ^ Raghuraman, Shreyas (22 January 2023). "Stars jump borders for South blitz". thefederal.com. Retrieved 19 August 2023.
- ^ "Bunts Premiere League cricket tourney from May 24". The Times of India. TNN. 22 May 2019. Retrieved 17 July 2021.
- ^ "Rakshit Shetty, Pruthvi Ambaar, and others pursue Tulu's inclusion in the eighth schedule". The Times of India. 14 June 2021. Retrieved 17 July 2021.
- ^ Mangalorean, Violet Pereira, Mangaluru Team (11 October 2016). "Incredible stunts at 'Pili Nalike 3', Polali Tigers Emerge Winners". Mangalorean.com. Retrieved 15 November 2022.
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- ^ Anandraj, Shilpa (29 July 2022). "Rakshit Shetty takes a 'paws' with 777 Charlie". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 15 November 2022.
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- ^ "Rakshit, Rashmika get engaged in Virajpet". Deccan Herald. 4 July 2017. Retrieved 30 November 2019.
- ^ "Rashmika Mandanna calls of engagement with Rakshit Shetty". www.indiatoday.com.
- ^ a b "Behindwoods Gold Medals 2014,2015 - Film Awards for best movies, actors and technicians - Chennai". Behindwoods.
- ^ "Mirchi Music Awards (MMA 2011): MMA South Awards Kannada, Listeners Choice Awards by Radio Mirchi Kannada". www.radiomirchi.com. Retrieved 27 June 2017.
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- ^ "Kirik Party sweeps 6 awards at SIIMA". The Times of India. Retrieved 7 July 2017.
- ^ "The 9th South Indian International Movie Awards Nominations for 2019". South Indian International Movie Awards. Retrieved 24 August 2021.
- ^ "SIIMA 2020: Check Out Full Winners' List". ibtimes. Retrieved 20 September 2021.
- ^ "SIIMA Awards 2023: Rakshit shetty's '777 Charlie' is best film". The Times of India. Retrieved 16 September 2023.
External links edit
- Rakshit Shetty at IMDb