Rishab Shetty Reveals Focus On Upcoming Mythological Film Jai Hanuman After Kantara’s ₹1000 Crore Success

The success of Kantara has transformed Rishab Shetty into one of the most respected voices in Indian cinema today. While fans are eagerly waiting for his upcoming projects, the actor-filmmaker recently dropped an exciting hint about his next mythological film titled Jai Hanuman.

During his appearance at the CNBC-TV18 India Business Leader Awards 2026, Rishab opened up about his journey in the film industry and the success that followed after Kantara. Speaking about the remarkable growth of the project, the actor shared that the film began with a modest vision but eventually turned into a massive success story.

Rishab explained that the journey started with a vision of around ₹14 crore, but over time it evolved into a ₹1000 crore phenomenon. According to him, the team's goal from the beginning was to present strong regional stories that truly connect with audiences. He expressed gratitude to viewers and the entire film fraternity for supporting the film and helping it reach such extraordinary heights.

The actor also used the occasion to talk about his upcoming work. He revealed that his main focus right now is Jai Hanuman, which he described as his next mythological project as an actor. Rishab said that at present the film has his complete attention as he prepares to bring the story to life on screen.

Sharing his thoughts on filmmaking, Rishab Shetty noted that the process of creating a film is one of the most challenging creative journeys. He said that transforming a story into a cinematic experience through acting, storytelling, and execution demands immense dedication from everyone involved.

Despite enjoying acting, the filmmaker admitted that direction remains the aspect of cinema he loves the most. Over the years, he has drawn inspiration from many stalwarts in the industry whose work continues to motivate him. He also highlighted how the team is exploring new filming technologies to push storytelling to the next level.

With Jai Hanuman now becoming his top priority, fans are eager to see what Rishab Shetty brings to the screen next. After the cultural and commercial impact of Kantara, expectations from his upcoming mythological venture are already sky-high.