‘Kantara’ took me back to my roots, says Shilpa Shetty

Chennai, Oct 17

Actress Shilpa Shetty, who is the latest to shower praise on director Rishab Shetty's critically acclaimed Kannada film 'Kantara', said that the film took her back to her roots.

Taking to Instagram, Shilpa Shetty, whose mother tongue is Kannada, wrote: "Appreciation post for 'Kantara'. I watched the film in the theatre...Oh My God! What a narrative, emotion, vibe and world."

"Had goosebumps during the climax! The power of cinema transports the watcher into this world. A world I belong to! Really took me back to my roots.

"Without any bias, this one's a must-watch just for the sheer brilliance of storytelling, performances, heart, faith and direction. Whoa!!

"Rishab Shetty - hats off to your conviction and versatility. You have worn many hats in this project and added feathers to it too. Enjoy the success."

A series of celebrities cutting across south Indian film industries have been lauding the film.

Only recently, actress Anushka Shetty said: "Watched 'Kantara'.. Totally loved it. Congratulations to each and every actor, producer, and technician.

"Team 'Kantara', you all were amazing, and thank you all for the experience. Rishab Shetty, you were amazing. Please watch the movie in the theatres. Don't miss it!"

A couple of days before, Tamil star Dhanush and Telugu star Prabhas had lauded the film.

Dhanush had said: "'Kantara'... Mind blowing!! A must-watch... Rishab Shetty, you should be very proud of yourself. Congratulations Hombale Films. Keep pushing the boundaries. A big hug to all the actors and technicians in the film. God bless."

Prabhas, for his part, had said: "Watched 'Kantara' for the second time and what an extraordinary experience it has been! Great concept and a thrilling climax. A must-watch film in theatres!!!"

The film features Rishab Shetty and Sapthami Gowda as the lead and has been written and directed by Rishab Shetty himself.

Produced by Vijay Kiragandur, 'Kantara' has music by B. Ajaneesh Loknath.

--IANS