Actor Avinash Shetty, known for his negative roles in films like Power and Badmaash, is now transitioning to a lead role in an upcoming Kannada film directed by Hemanth Kaushik. Avinash reflects on the challenges he faced due to the impact of the pandemic on the film industry, delaying his debut as a lead actor. Despite the setbacks, he remained determined to achieve his goal, showcasing his talents on a Kannada reality show to garner attention. Avinash emphasizes the importance of constantly improving and adapting to new opportunities, even venturing into learning Muay Thai which led to an offer in a Hindi web series. He expresses his desire to explore diverse roles and avoid being typecast, citing comedy as a genre he would like to delve into to bring joy to audiences. Avinash is currently in talks for projects across various southern film industries, confident in his longevity in the industry.