Rishab Shetty, who has taken on directorial responsibilities for Jayanna-produced Rudraprayag, is in demand as an actor too. His popularity has really soared after his last outing, Bell Bottom, directed by Jaytheertha, did well at the box office. There are reports of the actor-director working with Karan Karanth, who has directed a story in the anthology, Katha Sangama. Rishab is also said to be acting in a comedy-drama titled Mahaniyare, Mahileyare to be directed by Rohit Padaki.

The actor, who has heard the story, has given his nod to the script. Krishna Sarthak, the producer of Rohit’s last film, Dayavittu Gaminisi, will now be collaborating with the director for the second time. According to a source, the team had initially planned to start shooting in September. However, owing to Rishab’s prior commitment with Rudraprayag, the makers have decided to begin production in early 2020.

Meanwhile, Rohit is getting ready to start another film, details of which will be revealed soon. He is currently writing a TV serial, Paaru, and also playing an important role in Vijayaprasad’s Totapuri, which stars Jaggesh.