Actor Sudarshan Rangaprasad is venturing into the realm of directing with a new fictional folklore project, for which he recently filmed a teaser. Drawing on his experience in theatre production and standup comedy, he has long harbored a desire to work behind the camera. Encouragement from industry experts for a particular story propelled him to take action. Describing the project as a psychological-horror thriller that breaks away from traditional storytelling conventions, Sudarshan emphasizes the importance of fostering new ideas for the advancement of Kannada cinema. He asserts that the industry's future hinges on taking risks and embracing innovation to captivate modern audiences. Despite challenges such as OTT platforms overlooking Kannada films and the reluctance of producers to back original concepts, there are pioneering teams producing exceptional content and forging new paths. Sudarshan highlights the significance of assembling a cohesive team of visionaries and expresses gratitude for having such a team by his side.