Rishab Shetty Voices Support for 'Jana Nayagan' Team Amid Leak Controversy

Actor Rishab Shetty has publicly supported the team of 'Jana Nayagan' after a clip from the film was leaked online. He condemned the act as unacceptable and urged audiences to respect the hard work of filmmakers. The film, directed by H. Vinoth and starring Vijay, has garnered attention from various industry stars who have also spoken out against the leak. Rishab's recent work in 'Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1' showcases his versatility in multiple roles. This article delves into the implications of the leak and the film's anticipated release.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 11, 2026, 13:20 IST

Rishab Shetty Stands Against Piracy

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Mumbai, April 11: Rishab Shetty, an actor and filmmaker, expressed his solidarity with the team behind the film 'Jana Nayagan,' starring Vijay, after a clip from the movie was leaked online. He condemned the leak as a serious violation.

A five-minute segment, which reportedly features Vijay's introductory scene along with part of a song, has been circulating on social media platforms.

Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, Rishab shared his thoughts, emphasizing the dedication and passion that goes into filmmaking. He stated, “Cinema is built on passion, dreams, and love. Countless people work tirelessly to bring entertainment to audiences. When someone tries to tamper with that effort, even in the smallest way, it deeply affects everyone involved.”

He labeled the leak as an “unfortunate incident” and urged audiences to respect the hard work of the filmmakers. Rishab added, “As audience please do respect the efforts and stop spreading the leaked footages. Do not kill the strength to give you many more cinemas tomorrow. I stand in solidarity with the entire team and @KvnProductions during this difficult time. Protect our cinema family. #killpiracy.”

'Jana Nayagan,' directed by H. Vinoth, features a stellar cast including Bobby Deol, Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju, Prakash Raj, and Gautham Vasudev Menon.

Numerous stars and industry professionals, including Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Suriya, and Chiranjeevi, have also condemned the leak of this highly anticipated film.

Rishab Shetty was recently seen in 'Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1,' where he played multiple pivotal roles. This epic mythological action drama explores themes of tradition and ancestral conflict, set against the backdrop of pre-colonial coastal Karnataka. The film has achieved significant commercial success, becoming one of the highest-grossing Kannada films and ranking among the top Indian films of all time.