Rishab Shetty sparked a debate by claiming that Bollywood portrays India negatively, which prompted a response from Telugu actor Nani. Nani expressed shock over Shetty's statement but disagreed, stating that Bollywood does not show India in a bad light, and highlighted that many great films come from the industry. He acknowledged that Hindi cinema sometimes emphasizes filmmaking technique over emotional storytelling, which may lead to a perception of negativity in some films. Nani emphasized the importance of emotional depth in action films, noting that South Indian cinema often excels in this regard. He defended Shetty's intentions, suggesting that he likely meant to advocate for more rooted storytelling. Both actors are currently involved in new projects, with Rishab Shetty working on the prequel to 'Kantara' and Nani's recent release 'Saripodhaa Sanivaaram' performing well at the box office.