Updated On: 29 September, 2025 10:24 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS
Rishab Shetty, who rose to fame with Kantara (2022), recalled his early days working as an office boy in Mumbai while promoting Kantara: Chapter 1. Meanwhile, the film’s Chennai pre-release event was cancelled in the wake of a recent stampede, with Hombale Films expressing condolences

Rishab Shetty
Sandalwood sensation Rishab Shetty became a household name with his 2022 release, Kantara. As the prequel to the blockbuster hit gears up for release on October 2, he visited Mumbai for the event. Visiting the Maximum City again brought back some memories for Rishab from his struggling days. He revealed that he used to work as an office boy for a production banner in the Andheri West region in Mumbai.
"Mumbai is extremely special for me because back in 2008, I used to work as an office boy for a production house in Andheri West. I was the driver of one of the producers, and today, with the power of cinema, I am sitting here, getting so much recognition, love, respect, and blessings."