Krithi Shetty Steps Into Bollywood With Vidhi Ghodgaonkar’s Directorial Debut
Krithi Shetty’s Bollywood debut is officially announced, with Vidhi Ghodgaonkar directing and AVS Studios producing. The film’s shoot will begin soon, with the male lead yet to be revealed.
Dumtika Editorial
October 14, 2026 · 1 min read
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Key Highlights
- Krithi Shetty’s Bollywood debut film is officially announced
- Vidhi Ghodgaonkar, a Rohit Shetty associate, will direct the project
- AVS Studios, led by Abhishek S. Vyas, is producing the film
- The male lead is yet to be revealed; shooting to begin soon
Krithi Shetty, known for her breakout role in Uppena, is officially set to make her Bollywood debut. The announcement was made after the film’s team visited Tirumala to seek blessings at the temple, marking a traditional start for the project. This new Hindi film, currently untitled, will also introduce Vidhi Ghodgaonkar as a director. Ghodgaonkar brings extensive industry experience, having worked for over 17 years with filmmaker Rohit Shetty in various roles including assistant director, casting director, and dialogue writer.
The production is being handled by AVS Studios, headed by Abhishek S. Vyas. While Krithi Shetty is confirmed as the female lead, the makers have yet to reveal who will star opposite her. The project’s formal announcement has generated interest, especially as Shetty has not delivered a major hit in recent years. Her fans are now looking forward to seeing if this Bollywood entry will mark a turning point in her career.
The film’s regular shoot is expected to commence soon, as per the official announcement. Krithi Shetty also has other projects in the pipeline, including the Telugu film January 12 Vidudala directed by Anil Ravipudi, and Genie, which is completed but awaiting a release date. For now, all eyes are on her Bollywood debut and how it might shape her trajectory in the Hindi film industry.
