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Rishab Shetty and Naga Vamsi’s Historical Drama Shelved Over Pay Dispute

Rishab Shetty’s planned historical drama with producer Naga Vamsi and director Ashwin Gangaraju has reportedly been shelved due to a pay dispute.

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Dumtika Editorial

July 30, 2026 · 1 min read

Rishab Shetty and Naga Vamsi’s Historical Drama Shelved Over Pay Dispute

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Rishab Shetty’s historical drama with Naga Vamsi and Ashwin Gangaraju is shelved.

Disagreements over remuneration reportedly led to the project’s cancellation.

Shetty is currently working on 'Jai Hanuman' and has another film lined up.

No official statements have been made by either party regarding the fallout.

Rishab Shetty and Naga Vamsi’s Collaboration Hits a Roadblock

Rishab Shetty, known for his impactful roles and directorial ventures, was set to headline a historical action drama produced by Naga Vamsi and directed by Ashwin Gangaraju. However, recent reports from Telugu media indicate that this ambitious project has been shelved.

Shetty is currently immersed in the filming of 'Jai Hanuman', directed by Prasanth Varma. The shoot for this project is reportedly taking longer than initially planned. Once completed, Shetty is expected to shift his focus to 'The Pride of Bharat: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj'.

The now-cancelled historical action drama was anticipated to bring together Shetty’s dynamic screen presence with Gangaraju’s directorial vision, under the banner of Naga Vamsi’s production house. According to the latest updates, disagreements over remuneration between Shetty and producer Naga Vamsi have led to the shelving of the film. Neither party has issued an official statement regarding the reported fallout.

While fans had been looking forward to this collaboration, the news has left many disappointed. Social media discussions reflect curiosity about whether the project might be revived in the future, but as of now, there is no confirmation from those involved. Shetty’s packed schedule and the unresolved financial issues appear to be the main factors behind the decision.