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06 Jun, 1983 | Udupi, Karnataka
Actor/Director/Producer
Rakshit Shetty is an Indian film actor, director, screenwriter, lyricist, and producer best known for his work in Kannada cinema. He is called the Simple Star in the Kannada film industry. Rakshit made his breakthrough with his role in Suni's Simple Agi Ondh Love Story. In 2014, he made his directorial debut with the critically acclaimed film Ulidavaru Kandanthe, in which he also played the lead role. He went on to act in commercially successful films including Ricky (2016), Godhi Banna Sadharana Mykattu (2016), and Kirik Party (2016); his consecutive success in films made him one of the most successful and sought-after actors in south Indian cinema. Rakshit received the Karnataka State Film Awards for Best Debutant Director for the film Ulidavaru Kandanthe. He also received the Filmfare Award for Best Director for his directorial debut, Ulidavaru Kandanthe. Early and personal life Rakshit Shetty was born in Udupi, Karnataka, into a bunt family on June 6, 1983. Rakshit did his initial schooling in Udupi and graduated with a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering from the NMAM Institute of Technology, Nitte, in 2005. Rakshit was employed at Symphony in Bangalore for around 2 years. However, he resigned and followed his call for a career in cinema. As Director Rakshit is most successful as both an actor and a director, having received the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Debutant Director for the film Ulidavaru Kandanthe as well as the Filmfare Award for Best Director. As producer Shetty has produced his maiden film, Kirik Party, which has been commercially successful at the Indian box office.
| Movie | Director | Release Date |
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Rakshit Shetty | 14 Dec 2026 |
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Sumanth Bhat | 07 Mar 2025 |
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Chandrajith Belliappa | 05 Sep 2024 |
| Name | Rakshit Shetty |
| Profession(s) |
Main Profession Actor, Director, Producer |
| Date Of Birth | 06 Jun 1983 |
| Age | 43 |
| Birth Place | Udupi, Karnataka |
| Current Residence | Bengaluru |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Height | 1.87 m |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Hobbies | Reading, Gyming and Writting |
Rakshit Shetty Family |
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| Father | Shridhar Shetty |
| Mother | Rangamma Shetty |
| Sibling | Ranjith Shetty, Rashmi Shetty |
| Spouse | NA |
| Children | NA |
Rakshit Shetty Education |
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| Education Qualification | Electronics and Communications Engineering |
| College(s) | N.M.A.M. Institute of Technology |
| School(s) | Udupi Matriculation Hr Sec School. |
Rakshit Shetty Net Worth |
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| Net Worth | Rs 3.5 crore |
Rakshit Shetty Debut Movies |
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| Kannada | Nam Areal Ondina |
In an update shared on July 1, 2026, music composer Ajaneesh Loknath addressed public queries regarding Rakshit Shetty's recent professional hiatus. Loknath confirmed that the actor-filmmaker is currently focused on the intensive writing process for his upcoming projects, noting that Shetty’s unique creative style and spiritual approach to cinema contribute to his deliberate production pace. The composer expressed confidence in Shetty's eventual return, mentioning that the scripts currently in development are being crafted with a distinct vision.
Music composer Ajaneesh Loknath addressed recent fan inquiries regarding Rakshit Shetty's absence from the public eye on July 1, 2024. Loknath confirmed that the filmmaker is currently dedicated to his distinct creative process and specific project requirements, which accounts for the extended time taken between his professional appearances and film updates.
The critically acclaimed film Mithya, produced under Rakshit Shetty’s banner Paramvah Studios, is being featured at the London Indian Film Festival starting June 29, 2026. The film, directed by Sumanth Bhat, arrives at the festival following recent accolades including Best Debut Film and Best Director at the New York Indian Film Festival.
Paramvah Studios, the production house founded by Rakshit Shetty, officially released the melodic track "Oh Anahita" from the upcoming Kannada film Ibbani Tabbida Ileyali on June 21, 2024. Launched on the occasion of World Music Day, the song features lead actors Vihan and Ankita Amar and marks a significant promotional milestone for the project presented by Shetty.
Rakshit Shetty marked the 12th anniversary of his directorial debut film, Ulidavaru Kandanthe, on March 30, 2026. To commemorate the milestone, the actor-filmmaker shared a poster of the cult classic and reflected on the project's lasting impact. Shetty also confirmed that work has officially commenced on its highly anticipated spin-off titled Richard Anthony, which is currently in the pre-production phase.
| Year | Award | Category | Status | Movie |
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| 2021 | SIIMA Awards | Critic's choice Best Actor | Winner |
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| 2017 | Karnataka State Film Awards | Best Family Entertainer | Winner |
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| 2015 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Director | Winner |
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With Let's Kill Gandhi and several other unreleased projects, Shetty started his profession as a brief moviemaker.
Since primary school, he has had a preference for movies and has participated in a wide range of developmental activities.
He wrote the story and directed Ulidavaru Kandante in 2014. The crime-drama film was a success in the film industry and helped the filmmaker win the Finest Filmmaker and received First Time Karnataka State Film Accolades, as well as the Filmfare Award South.
Additionally, he has received media credit for starting a "new wave of filmmaking."
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