Sudeep's statement to play Rishab Shetty's role in Shivaji Maharaj sparks controversy

Sudeep's statement that Rishab Shetty to play the lead role in Shivaji Maharaj has sparked a debate on the issue of Kannada actor-director Rishab Shetty playing the lead role in a film based on the life of Shivaji Maharaj. There have been conflicting opinions among fans on this. Questions are whether it is right to play Shivaji Maharaj as a Kannadiga. "It is a matter of pride and honour for Rishabh to play the role of Shivaji," it said, adding to the controversy. Some people have expressed their displeasure that Shivaji is a gangster for Kannadigas and an evil of Belavadi state, adding that Sudeep should have understood the head of the issue and spoken. The reaction of Kannadigas to shivaji's attitude and role is different and the views of "develop a thinking that is consistent with the standing ground" have become a topic of discussion on social media.