Entrepreneur and politician Anil Shetty has announced his entry into the film industry as both an actor and a writer. The announcement coincided with his birthday.
Anil Shetty, known for his involvement in startups, social initiatives, and political reform, has long expressed an interest in storytelling and cinema. With this announcement, he formally steps into the world of filmmaking.
The upcoming film, tentatively titled Production No.1, marks his debut in both writing and acting. Industry insiders have reportedly described the script as bold and timely, though no official details about the film’s title, director, or cast have been revealed.
According to sources, a noted figure from the Kannada film industry had previously encouraged Shetty to consider acting, citing his on-screen presence. At the time, Anil Shetty chose to focus on his professional ventures and public service work. The current announcement indicates that the project has been in development for some time.
Outside of cinema, Anil Shetty has co-founded the fashion brands Drip Project and MetaMan along with cricketer KL Rahul and actor Sunil Shetty. He has also been involved in startup funding and youth initiatives in Bengaluru.
Further details on the film project are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
