Actor Sudarshan Rangaprasad is venturing into directing with a new fictional folklore project. Recently, he filmed a teaser for the project. Sudarshan, who has a background in theatre production and stand-up comedy, has long desired to work behind the camera. He was encouraged by industry experts who praised a particular story he developed. Describing it as a psychological-horror thriller, Sudarshan believes the project challenges producers to move beyond traditional storytelling and embrace something fresh. He emphasizes the importance of innovative ideas for the growth of Kannada cinema, asserting that the industry's future hinges on taking risks. Sudarshan notes that Kannada films face obstacles, including being overlooked by OTT platforms, and highlights the need for captivating content to attract audiences to theaters. He criticizes the reluctance of film producers to explore new concepts, which he feels leads Kannada creators to produce films in other languages. Despite this trend, Sudarshan acknowledges a few teams that have broken away from conventional filmmaking, producing outstanding content and paving the way for progress. He underscores the challenge of assembling a team of like-minded individuals and expresses gratitude for having the right team in place for his project. Sudarshan commends filmmakers who have departed from traditional filmmaking approaches, noting their commendable results. - Sudarshan Rangaprasad