Raj B. Shetty Biography

Early Life and Education Shetty entered Kannada cinema with Ondu Motteya Kathe (2017), which he directed and starred in. The film became a major breakthrough and established him as a filmmaker willing to explore ordinary people, social expectations and unconventional themes. He subsequently worked on projects including Gubbi Mele Brahmastra and Mayabazar 2016, while continuing to build his reputation as an actor and writer. Raj B. Shetty has continued to combine acting and filmmaking, including through his production company Lighter Buddha Films. His 2025 film Su From So, which he directed and produced, became a notable commercial success and further strengthened his position as an independent voice in Kannada cinema. His career is distinguished by a preference for grounded characters, regional culture and stories that challenge conventional ideas of mainstream filmmaking. Career Journey & Entry into Bollywood Raj B. Shetty's career is notable for its independent and unconventional approach to Kannada filmmaking. His early experience as a radio jockey and short filmmaker helped him develop an understanding of performance, dialogue and storytelling before he moved into feature films. His breakthrough with Ondu Motteya Kathe demonstrated that commercially successful cinema could also be built around unusual protagonists and everyday human experiences. Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana subsequently established him more firmly as a filmmaker with a distinctive visual and narrative identity. As an actor, Shetty has increasingly taken on complex and unconventional characters. His performances in 777 Charlie, Kantara and later productions have helped him reach audiences beyond Kannada cinema, while his Malayalam work has expanded his regional presence.
	Raj B. Shetty Biography, Age, Movies Actor Career and Journy Raj B. Shetty is an Indian actor, director, screenwriter and filmmaker who primarily works in Kannada cinema. Born on July 5, 1987, in Mangalore, Karnataka, he has become known for his unconventional characters and distinctive approach to storytelling. Before entering the film industry, Shetty worked as a radio jockey and explored short filmmaking, experiences that helped him develop his own creative voice. A major milestone came with Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana (2021), which Raj B. Shetty directed, wrote and starred in alongside Rishab Shetty. The film received widespread critical acclaim for its storytelling, performances and portrayal of coastal Karnataka. His work subsequently reached broader audiences through films such as 777 Charlie and Kantara, while his Malayalam debut came with Rudhiram.
Full Name:	Raj B. Shetty
Profession:	Actor, Director, Writer, Producer
Date of Birth	5 July 1987
Birthplace:	Bhadravathi, Karnataka, India

Film Awards and Nomination
1	*Ondu Motteya Kathe (65th Filmfare Awards South)*	*2018*	*Won*
2	*Ondu Motteya Kathe (7th SIIMA Awards)*	*2018*	*Nominated*
3	Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana (67th Filmfare Awards South, 10th South Indian International Movie Awards)	*2022*	*Won*
4	*Swathi Mutthina Male Haniye (69th Filmfare Awards South)*	*2024*	*Nominated*
5	*Turbo (Mazhavil Entertainment Awards)*	*2024*	*Won*
6	Roopanthara (70th Filmfare Awards South, 13th South Indian International Movie Awards)	*2026*	*Nominated*

*Complete Raj B. Shetty Kannada Movie List*
1	*Ondu Motteya Kathe (Director Also)*	*2017*
2	*Ammachi Yemba Nenapu*	*2018*
3	*Mahira*	*2019*
4	*Gubbi Mele Brahmastra*	*2019*
5	*Katha Sangama (Singer for Song "Life Untu")*	*2019*
6	*Sarkari Hi. Pra. Shaale, Kasaragodu, Koduge: Ramanna Rai (Writer Only)*	*2019*
7	*Mayabazar 2016*	*2020*
8	*Pedro*	*2021*
9	*Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana (Director Also)*	*2021*
10	*777 Charlie (Writer Also)*	*2022*
11	*Thurthu Nirgamana*	*2022*
12	*Toby (Writer Also)*	*2023*
13	*Swathi Mutthina Male Haniye (Director Also)*	*2023*
14	*Turbo (Malayalam)*	*2024*
15	*Ekam*	*2024*
16	*Roopanthara (Writer Also)*	*2024*
17	*Kondal*	*2024*
18	*Rudhiram*	*2024*
19	*Su From So (Producer Also)*	*2025*
20	45	*2025*
21	*Bandar (Hindi)*	*2026*
22	*Landlord*	*2026*
23	*Rakkasapuradhol*	*2026*
24	*Karavali*	*2026*

Conclusion Raj B. Shetty has emerged as one of the distinctive contemporary voices in Kannada cinema, successfully balancing acting, directing, writing and production. His journey from radio and short filmmaking to acclaimed feature films reflects his commitment to original storytelling. With films such as Ondu Motteya Kathe, Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana and Su From So, Raj B. Shetty has demonstrated a strong interest in authentic characters and rooted stories. His continued work as both performer and filmmaker makes him an important name in the evolving landscape of Indian regional cinema.

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