Actor-director Raj B Shetty has had a busy year filled with film releases and upcoming projects. With his packed schedule taking him between Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Kerala for shoots, including a project with his favorite director Anurag Kashyap, Raj is excited about this phase of his career. He has gained a significant fan following in Kerala following his last film, Turbo, with Mammootty, leading to him securing two more Malayalam films. Raj describes his current work schedule as intensely busy, comparing it to a war zone. Despite the workload, Raj is fully immersed in the creative process. He is producing a film with a debut director, writing and directing films in various languages, and starring in multiple projects including Rakkasapuradol, 45, and an unannounced movie. Raj's approach to staying productive involves preparation before shooting scenes and utilizing any breaks on set for other creative tasks, such as communicating with his music producer or writing. He emphasizes the importance of making the most of every moment for creativity. Raj holds the belief that being open to any outcome is essential when striving to create quality films.Three films - Toby, Swathi Mutthina Male Haniye, and Roopanthara - received critical acclaim but failed to attract audiences at the box office. The filmmaker acknowledges that he cannot compel viewers to watch his films, expressing a humble perspective by saying he is merely a learner. Anticipating the lukewarm reception of Swathi... upon its release, he foresaw a more positive response on OTT platforms. Similarly, the film Roopanthara faced a similar fate, proving successful despite limited theatrical viewership, running for three weeks. When striving to create quality cinema, one must accept any outcome, he emphasizes.

For an actor, a film's success can yield significant influence, providing the opportunity to venture into production and tell stories close to one's heart. Raj B Shetty, known for his work in the Malayalam industry, notes the accelerated pace of production in the region, attributing it to the recent string of successful films. Despite the industry's fascination with pan-India trends, he believes that labeling something as a trend removes the connotations of success or failure, emphasizing the necessity for continuous evolution.Everyone aimed for grandeur, leading to our downfall. While we should produce big-budget movies, they require significant time and resources. Instead of only focusing on big star-studded films releasing every two years, we need to also prioritize producing content-driven movies in between these blockbusters. These films should have the potential to remain in theaters for 4-5 weeks, generating profits for both theater owners and filmmakers. However, such films are lacking in the industry as of now.

Reflecting on his experience working with Mammootty, the actor expresses gratitude for the valuable lessons he learned. The insightful conversations they had inspired him to delve deeper into his craft, understanding the importance of comprehensive character preparation physically, psychologically, and emotionally. The actor acknowledges that while learning is a continuous process, his interactions with Mammootty fueled his hunger for diverse roles.