Rishab Shetty applauds Siddhant Chaturvedi’s striking first look in V. Shantaram, the Gully Boy actor responds

December 2, 2025 - 4:21 PM IST

Siddhant Chaturvedi, who is starring in the highly anticipated biopic on legendary filmmaker V. Shantaram, continues to make headlines with his striking first look. The industry has taken notice, with many praising his transformation and commitment to portraying one of Indian cinema’s most iconic figures. Among the early supporters, filmmaker-actor Rishab Shetty shared Siddhant’s poster on his Instagram Story, giving a public shout-out to the actor. Siddhant responded warmly on Instagram, writing, “Means a lot coming from you sir ,” reflecting his gratitude and admiration.

Rishab Shetty applauds Siddhant Chaturvedi’s striking first look in V. Shantaram, the Gully Boy actor responds

The first look of the film titled V. Shantaram immediately sparked conversations across social media and film circles. Siddhant’s intense screen presence, authentic period styling, and dedication to embodying V. Shantaram have made this one of the most ambitious roles of his career. Industry insiders and fans alike have expressed excitement over the biopic.

Rishab Shetty’s acknowledgment adds an extra layer of attention and credibility to Siddhant’s portrayal. Many fans and critics have pointed out how Siddhant’s nuanced approach and attention to historical detail in the first look already hints at a performance that could define his career.

As Siddhant prepares to step into the shoes of the legendary filmmaker, anticipation for the V. Shantaram biopic continues to build. The film is quickly emerging as one of the most awaited projects of next year, with Siddhant Chaturvedi firmly at its centre and the first look setting high expectations.

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