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Rishab Shetty to Star in Sithara’s 18th-Century Bengal Rebellion Epic

The project solidifies his pan-Indian ambitions with a fiery period drama following the wrap of his Kantara prequel’s production.

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Overview

  • Sithara Entertainments unveiled 'Production No. 36' on July 30, confirming its lead casting, director and production partners.
  • Kantara star Rishab Shetty will make his Telugu debut by portraying a rebel in an 18th-century Bengal setting.
  • Ashwin Gangaraju, known for Aakashavaani and mentored by SS Rajamouli, will direct the period drama.
  • Fortune Four Cinemas and Srikara Studios join Sithara Entertainments to co-produce the pan-Indian venture.
  • Teaser poster hints at a fiery rebellion narrative and confirms simultaneous shooting in Telugu and Kannada with a planned multi-language release.