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Rishab Shetty Dismisses 'Kantara' vs 'KGF' Rivalry, Calls Yash 'Our Hero'
8 Oct
Summary
- Rishab Shetty denies any rivalry between 'Kantara' and 'KGF: Chapter 2'
- Calls Yash, the star of 'KGF', as "our hero" and praises Hombale Films
- Acknowledges Yash and Prashanth Neel's contributions to the success of 'Kantara'
In October 2025, Kannada actor-director Rishab Shetty addressed the ongoing comparisons and talk of rivalry between his film 'Kantara: Chapter 1' and Yash's 'KGF: Chapter 2'. Shetty was quick to deny any competition, stating that both films are from the same production house and industry.
Shetty drew comparisons with Kannada cinema legends of the past, such as Dr. Rajkumar and Dr. Vishnuvardhan, who have inspired him. He acknowledged the significant contributions of Hombale Films, Yash, and director Prashanth Neel in helping 'Kantara' reach a wider audience beyond Karnataka.
The 'Kantara' director further said that he follows Yash's work with a lot of happiness and that Yash always appreciates his work. Shetty emphasized that there is no competition between the actors, and he considers Yash as "our hero."
'Kantara: Chapter 1' is a prequel to Rishab Shetty's 2022 blockbuster 'Kantara' and features a talented ensemble cast. The film has been compared to 'KGF: Chapter 2' since its announcement, with many eager to see if it will surpass the records set by Yash's film.
