Rishab Shetty Explains Why He Changed Name Recently

Rishab Shetty’s journey in cinema is like a sudden flash of lightning, fast, bright, and impossible to miss. In just two films, he’s become a name everyone knows, bagged awards, and broken box-office records. But not many realize Rishab Shetty wasn’t always Rishab. Born Prashanth Shetty in a small coastal town in Karnataka, he’s carved out his own path as an actor, director, and producer. His films, like Kantara and Kantara Chapter 1, aren’t just movies, they’re soaked in Indian traditions, devotion, and spirituality, things he lives by too, in how he dresses, his home, and even his little daily habits.

He recently explained why he changed his name. Early on, as Prashanth Shetty, success didn’t come easily. Few films, little recognition. His father suggested a name change, saying it might bring better luck and opportunities. Rishab also noticed other big stars had changed their names, it seemed like a thing to try.

So he went ahead. “My father strongly believed it would bring success,” he said. The interesting twist? His dad is an astrologer, so the advice carried a little extra weight. The choice mixed belief, family guidance, and a pinch of strategy, and it seems to have worked pretty well.

Now, Rishab Shetty credits both his skill and the name change for his rise. Acting, directing, producing, he’s leaving a mark everywhere. For fans and aspiring actors, his story shows that even a small tweak, like a name, can make a noticeable difference. And yes, sometimes a little faith and family advice go a long way.