The awards celebrated at the Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards.  He is being recognised for his remarkable contribution to Indian Cinema. Shetty’s achievements were celebrated amidst the industry’s finest talents which was the highlight of the event alongside of acclaimed director Vetrimaaran took to the stage to present the South Indian Icon Award to Rishab Shetty.  It was indeed a monumental moment across the film industry with admiration for the filmmaker. 


Expressing his immense gratitude and the creative solidarity that the industry has shown towards him when acclaimed director Vetrimaaran took to the stage, the filmmaker Rishabh Shetty expressed his special moment on his social media, stating he is grateful, thanks tagging Vetrimaaran and Anandavikatan for honouring the prestigious award to him.


The Ananda Vikatan Cinema Awards 


The Ananda Vikatan Cinema continue to be one of the most credible and most respected platforms to celebrate artistic excellence in cinema.  Rishab Shetty receiving the South Indian Icon Award highlights the widespread impact it has on regional boundaries, particularly following the global cultural phenomenon with his masterpiece, the Kantara franchise.


The filmmaker is known for brining indigenous stories to the global forefront and garnered praises from critics, peers and audiences alike. This honour will solidify his standing the film industry. 


It has bridged the traditional storytelling with the mass commercial appeal the fans have eagerly awaited the upcoming projects, while he receives the prestigious accolades which is itself a testament for his dedication and great work with a vision that is deeply connected to the film lovers across the nation.