The Tulu film industry is not only coming up with quality films, but has also been grooming young talents. Aaradya Shetty is among the new wave of actors who have made a mark in Tulu films. The actor, who has also been part of the Kannada film Nishabda 2, is now looking forward to the Darshan-starrer Odeya, in which she plays a pivotal role.

Aaradya is currently gearing up for the release of her third Tulu film, The Last Bench, and is also looking to make her mark in Tamil films. However, she says it is too early to reveal the details about the project. “Tulu films were earlier not a recognisable industry, but today, people across the world wait to watch films made in the language. It has also opened doors for young actors like me, who want to pursue acting as a career. It was my work in Tulu that helped me get my first Kannada film,” she says.

The fashion designer-turned-actor also designs her own costumes in films. “My dance skills have also been a plus point,” says Aaradya, who now wants to act in films made in different languages. “As newcomers, we have the opportunity to experiment in various films in different regions, before we finally settle in one industry,” she signs off.