‘Kantara Chapter 1’ faces Telugu backlash: Rishab Shetty responds with clarification, calls himself a proud Kannadiga

Rishab Shetty’s ‘Kantara Chapter 1’ faces controversy after he spoke only Kannada at a Hyderabad promotional event, disappointing Telugu fans and sparking #BoycottKantaraChapter1 trends. Shetty later clarified his deep pride in Kannada but affirmed his respect for all Indian languages. He stated his ongoing efforts to learn and speak local languages, emphasizing the fundamental unity despite diverse cultures.