Rishab Shetty, who gained worldwide acclaim for the Kannada film ‘Kantara,’ is filled with pride as his modest investment in ‘Shivamma’ is also embarking on a global journey, participating in various national and international film festivals. ‘Shivamma’ tackles a thought-provoking subject and has garnered recognition for its precise and impactful storytelling.
For ‘Shivamma,’ it has become a worldwide tour thus far. Produced by Rishab Shetty Films, the film revolves around a 46-year-old woman who has been affected by a paralytic stroke. Despite her disability, Shivamma, who engages in network marketing, becomes a beacon of hope for others in society as she continues to care for her husband and children.
‘Shivamma’ has received accolades from prestigious events such as the New Currents section at the Busan International Film Festival 2022, the Young Jury award at the Festival of Des 3 continents 2022, Best Director at Fajar International, Grand Prix at Zekorla, Hainan International Festival in China, Black Movie Switzerland, Iran International Festival, Film Fest Munich, Russia Film Festival, Imagine India in Spain, Alberta Indian Film Festival in Canada, Indian Film Festival Melbourne, and A T Festival in Russia, among others. The film has accumulated an impressive list of awards.
Directed by Jaishanker Arya, ‘Shivamma’ features Sharanamma Chatti, Chennamma Abbigere, Shivu Abbigere, Shruthi Kondenahalli, and others in prominent roles. Sowmyanand Sahi and Vikas Aras handled the cinematography, while Shreyank Nanjappa was responsible for the sound design in the film.