After making his debut with Doordarshana, director Sukesh Shetty returns with Peter, a film he describes as a reflection of changing audience sensibilities and his own growth as a filmmaker. Released on April 10, Peter stars Rajesh Dhruva, Jahnvi Rayala, and Raviksha Shetty in a story driven by strong character dynamics and emotional depth.

In this conversation, with A Sharadhaa, Sukesh Shetty along with the actors speak about why a film’s title becomes its first identity, how cinema must evolve alongside its audience, the importance of crafting a theatrical experience right from the writing stage, and more.