Actor-filmmaker Rishab Shetty and his wife, Pragathi Shetty, recently visited Thiruvananthapuram following a special invitation from the Travancore Royal Family. Their visit brought together elements of cinema, heritage, culture, and spirituality.
The couple received a warm welcome at the royal residence, where they had the opportunity to interact with Her Highness Padma Shri Dr. Aswathi Thirunal Gowri Lakshmi Bayi Thampuratty, along with Prince Marthanda Varma and Prince Aditya Varma.
The meeting held particular significance for Rishab Shetty, whose acclaimed Kantara franchise draws inspiration from Indian folklore, traditional practices, and indigenous cultural heritage. His interaction with the royal family offered an opportunity to connect with Kerala’s rich historical and cultural traditions.
Rishab has often explored themes rooted in local customs and heritage through his filmmaking. The visit to the royal residence provided another memorable cultural experience for the actor-filmmaker and his wife.
During their Kerala visit, Rishab and Pragathi also offered prayers at the revered Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. The couple sought blessings at the historic temple, adding a spiritual dimension to their trip.
The temple visit and their interaction with the Travancore Royal Family made the Kerala journey a memorable one for the couple. The occasion also highlighted their interest in experiencing and appreciating India’s diverse cultural and spiritual traditions beyond the world of cinema.
Rishab Shetty continues to attract attention for his work that explores folklore and regional traditions, and his recent visit to Thiruvananthapuram offered another meaningful connection with Kerala’s cultural legacy.
