Rishab Shetty, the National Award-winning filmmaker and actor, recently met with Amit Shah, India's Union Home Minister, to discuss the cultural impact of regional cinema following the success of his film 'Kantara'. During their meeting, Shah expressed admiration for Shetty's work, particularly for its portrayal of India's cultural heritage. Shetty shared on social media that he appreciated Shah's insights into Indian history and culture. The discussion highlighted the growing recognition of 'rooted' cinema, which focuses on local legends and cultural identity. Looking ahead, Shetty is set to star in 'Jai Hanuman', directed by Prasanth Varma, where he will portray Lord Hanuman. This project has generated significant buzz, especially after the acclaim received by 'Kantara', which tells the story of a tribal warrior in 4th-century coastal Karnataka defending his community and sacred forest against external threats.