Actor-director Raj B Shetty has had a busy year with multiple film releases and exciting upcoming projects with renowned directors. He has been juggling shoots in Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Kerala, where he has gained a significant fanbase. With a packed schedule, Raj expresses his enthusiasm for this phase of his career, despite feeling like he is constantly on the move. He reveals that he is immersed in various creative endeavors, from producing and writing films to directing a web series. Despite the hectic pace, Raj explains that he carefully balances his time between acting, writing, and other creative pursuits. He emphasizes the importance of staying focused and utilizing every moment for the creative process. Raj remains dedicated to his craft and believes in embracing the challenges that come with striving to make quality films.Three films - Toby, Swathi Mutthina Male Haniye, and Roopanthara - received critical acclaim but did not perform well commercially. The filmmaker acknowledges that he cannot compel audiences to watch his films. He expresses a realistic perspective, stating that he does not expect viewers to watch all his work and is focused on continuous learning. Anticipating a similar response to Swathi, he recognized that the films may find better reception on OTT platforms, as proven by Roopanthara. Although it was well-received, he understands that certain films may not attract a theatrical audience but can still be considered successful. Despite audience preferences, he emphasizes the importance of staying committed to creating good cinema and being content with any outcome.

Regarding an actor's influence, success in a film can provide opportunities to venture into film production, enabling the storytelling of personal narratives. Raj B Shetty reflects on the swift production pace in the Malayalam film industry, attributing recent industry successes to this efficiency. He notes that his acting approach remains consistent, endearing him to Malayalam filmmakers and fans, while acknowledging personal growth in portraying characters authentically without compromising his natural style.

Exploring the pan-India trend in the film industry, Raj comments on the transient nature of trends, devoid of clear success or failure metrics. He suggests that labeling something as a trend eliminates the traditional criteria for evaluation. Raj underscores the potential downside of unprecedented success, cautioning that significant achievements can sometimes result in unexpected consequences.The desire to create everything on a large scale led to failure. It is important to focus on creating big films, although this can be time-consuming. Instead of relying solely on big star-driven movies, there should be a balance with content-driven films that can sustain longer theatrical runs. These films need to be economically viable for both theater owners and filmmakers. There is a lack of such films currently being made.

Reflecting on his experience working with Mammootty, the actor expressed gratitude for the valuable lessons learned. The interactions with Mammootty provided insights on physical, psychological, and mental preparation for a role, which fueled his passion for acting and craving for new opportunities.