From Mangalore, Karnataka, India • Born in Jul 5, 1987 (39 years old)
Raj B. Shetty (born 5 July 1987) is an Indian actor, director, screenwriter, producer and filmmaker who primarily works in Kannada cinema and has appeared in Malayalam films. He owns a production house named Lighter Buddha Films and has co-produced several of his films. Known for his rooted storytelling and unique cinematic style, Shetty rose to fame with his debut film Ondu Motteya Kathe (2017) and later directed the critically acclaimed Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana (2021). His debut in Malayalam cinema came through Rudhiram (2023). He has won several prestigious awards, including the Filmfare Award for Best Director – Kannada for Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana and the Filmfare Award for Best Kannada Film for Ondu Motteya Kathe. His films have also earned SIIMA Awards and multiple critics’ choice honors, cementing his reputation as one of the most influential voices in contemporary Kannada cinema. (Via Wikipedia)
