Kantara Star Rishab Shetty Adopts A Government School In His Hometown Keradi

In a heartfelt gesture, actor Rishab Shetty, popularly known for his role in the movie – Kantara, has adopted a government school in his hometown in southern Karnataka. The initiative taken through his Rishab Shetty Foundation aims towards saving Kannada medium schools. On the occasion, the entire villagers were present at the event and congratulated the actor for his efforts, which indeed speaks volumes of his commitment to changing Kannada medium schools. The same is also reflected in his films as well.

A Picture of the actor’s at the village event is going viral on the internet. Shetty can be seen interacting with the village leaders while also talking to the other villagers present at the program. The actor chose simple and traditional attire for the day, donning a plain black shirt with white lungi.

The Rishab Shetty Foundation was launched last year and as confirmed by the actor’s team, the actor has lent his support to the endangered school through the same. As per the reports, it was during the SDMC meeting on Sunday when the actor announced his decision and elaborated that he would look after leveling the playground, building a compound wall, repainting the school building to assist the children by buying a school van, and deputing additional teachers. During this time, he also recalled that there were 400 children in the school when he was studying, however, there are 77 now.

Speaking about Rishab Shetty’s commitment to drawing attention to the plight of Kannada medium schools, his 2018 hit film Sarkari Hi. Pra. Shaale explored the same issue. The film was declared a blockbuster at the box office and also won the National Film Award for Best Children’s Film at the 66th National Film Awards.

Rishab Shetty busy with Kantara 2

Rishabh Shetty gained a lot of acclaim and appreciation for his role in Kantara. Released on 30 September 2022, the film got a massive response from the audience. Directed by Rishab Shetty, who also played the lead role, the film was set in the fictional village of Dakshina Kannada, exploring the ideological conflict between humans and nature.

After the film’s major success, the actor has now started preparing for the next part of the film titled ‘Kantara Chapter 1’. The film which is said to be a prequel is presently in the pre-production stage and will go on floors very soon.