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Rishab Shetty is actively working on improving his Hindi skills as he prepares for Kantara Chapter 1's nationwide release. The actor believes learning languages helps him connect better with audiences across India while showing respect for their culture. He maintains that despite being a proud Kannadiga, he values all Indian languages equally. Shetty finds genuine joy in learning new languages and always makes the effort, even when he's not yet fluent.

Key Points: Rishab Shetty on Learning Hindi for Kantara Chapter 1

  • Rishab Shetty explains his efforts to improve Hindi for better audience connection
  • He balances pride in Kannada with respect for all Indian languages
  • Learning new languages brings him joy and helps avoid disrespect
  • The actor believes all Indian languages share the same cultural core
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Rishab Shetty opens up about his love for learning languages, talks about his improved Hindi

Kantara star Rishab Shetty discusses his Hindi improvement and passion for learning languages to connect with pan-India audiences ahead of his new film.

"I am a proud Kannadiga... but I should give the same respect to other languages as well. - Rishab Shetty"

Mumbai, September 29

'Kantara' star Rishab Shetty, who is now gearing up for the release of 'Kantara: Chapter 1,' opened up about his efforts to improve his Hindi while interacting with the Mumbai media.

The actor, speaking to the media on Monday, shared that he wanted to connect better with audiences across India. He also discussed how he balances his pride in Kannada with his interest in learning other languages. Rishabh added that learning and speaking a new language gives him "joy" and that he always tries to make an effort, even with languages he doesn't yet know.

On being asked about his improved Hindi, the actor shared, "As for language, I would like to say that I think in Kannada, but after doing many interviews, I have developed a bit of Hindi as well. I have a great interest in learning every language, and I am happy about it because when we go to a place and speak there, we should not show disrespect to their language. That's why I always make an effort in this regard. Sometimes, it backfires in some situations..."

"But I am a proud Kannadiga, and I love Kannada so much. My thinking is that if I give so much love and respect to my own language, I should give the same respect to other languages as well. In India, there are so many languages, so many lifestyles, and belief systems, but the core is the same. That's why it brings me joy to learn another language and speak it. I try my best to make an effort to learn any language which I don't know," Shetty said in Hindi.

The trailer for 'Kantara: Chapter 1' was unveiled earlier this month.

The trailer opens by focusing on a child's character, who tries to understand the mystery behind his father's disappearance. It then sheds light on the backstory--"a legend."

Written and directed by Shetty, the film is scheduled for release on October 2, in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali, and English.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Respect for Rishab! He's showing how to be proud of your mother tongue while embracing other languages. This is the true spirit of India - unity in diversity. Can't wait for Kantara Chapter 1! 🤩
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Sarah B
As someone who moved to Bangalore from the US, I appreciate his attitude. Many Indian actors stick to their regional languages, but his effort to connect with Hindi audiences shows great professionalism.
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Arjun K
While I admire his effort, I wish more Bollywood actors would also make similar efforts to learn South Indian languages. The cultural exchange should be two-way, yaar.
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Kavya N
His humility is refreshing! "Sometimes it backfires" - that's so relatable for anyone trying to learn a new language. Takes courage to admit that publicly. More power to him! 🙏
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Michael C
Interesting perspective! In my country, we mostly speak English, but here in India, the linguistic diversity is amazing. Rishab's approach shows respect for India's multicultural fabric.

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