If there’s one word on everyone’s lips and everyone’s social media feeds it’s Kantara. The Kannada action-thriller movie has won the hearts of audiences across India. Shot in real locations in the forests of Tulunadu, Kantara was made at a budget of just ₹16 crores yet garnered ₹332 crores at the worldwide box office. But did you know Kantara‘s actor-director Rishab Shetty once sold water bottles and tea powder to make ends meet?
Rishab Shetty Sold Tea Powder & Mineral Water During College Days
In an interview with Bollywood Bubble, Rishab Shetty revealed the days when he struggled to make ends meet. While pursuing his second-year degree in college, the Kantara star sold mineral water bottles, and tea powder, and even did marketing for solar power. At that time, he left his village and came to Bangalore for college.
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As his father was an astrologer in Bangalore, Rishab Shetty did odd jobs to earn extra income for his studies and even to watch movies. So, he took up a plethora of part-time jobs after college. When he came to Mumbai to pursue filmmaking, Rishab even worked as a driver for a producer.
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The Kantara Star’s Secret To Staying Humble & Grounded
In another interview with Nayandeep Rakshit, Rishab Shetty revealed that his secret to remaining humble despite his superstardom is not to have expectations and excitement. He believes in taking success to the heart but not to the head as it can cause problems. Rishab further added that he shall move on from the success of Kantara and start working on his next project to stay grounded.
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Well, Rishab Shetty’s determination to make it big in the Indian film industry dispute coming from humble beginnings and struggling to make ends meet is indeed inspiring. Meanwhile, did you watch Kantara? Let us know in the comments section below.
News Source: Bollywood Bubble and @nayandeeprakshit/ Instagram
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