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Raj B Shetty clarifies his professional relationship with Dulquer Salmaan is based on mutual respect, not friendship. He maintains distance from stars like Dulquer and Mammootty to preserve admiration. While uncertain about onscreen collaboration, Raj prefers directing and producing over acting and values the creative process deeply.
Kannada actor and filmmaker Raj B Shetty has been partnering with Malayalam actor-producer Dulquer Salmaan for some time, with Dulquer distributing Raj’s films in Kerala and vice versa. Raj clarifies that their association is grounded in profound respect rather than friendship.
He also mentions that he keeps a respectful distance from celebrities like Dulquer to maintain a sense of reverence.Raj B Shetty promotes ‘Su From So’ and discusses collaborationShetty, currently in Kerala promoting his new film 'Su From So', which he both produced and acted in, spoke to Radio Mango about his collaboration with Dulquer Salmaan. He shared Dulquer banner had distributed the Malayalam-dubbed version of 'Toby' in Kerala, but after he worked with Mammootty sir in 'Turbo', the equation with the production and distribution house has gotten better.
They distribute his films in Karnataka and request him to do the same for our movies in Kerala.Raj B Shetty on no close personal relationship with DulquerDespite collaborating for some time, Kannada filmmaker maintains that he does not share a close personal bond with Dulquer. Raj clarified he rarely messages Salmaan, and as a principle, he avoids getting too close to stars. Admiration is best preserved at a distance.
He doesn’t seek friendships here since these connections are strictly professional. He holds great respect for their work in their respective fields.Raj B Shetty’s similar approach with MammoottyRaj mentioned that the same approach applies to Mammootty as well. Although they share friendly chats when they meet, Raj finds joy in maintaining a respectful distance as a fan. He prefers learning about the Malayalam superstar through others rather than directly asking him.Raj B Shetty uncertain about onscreen collaboration with DulquerWhen asked about a possible onscreen collaboration with Dulquer, Raj expressed uncertainty about whether or when it might happen. He said that his favourite part of cinema is direction, followed by writing, production and only then, acting. He enjoys the creative process more, which is why he always tries to take a step back from acting. But if there is a role that Dulquer also thinks he can do justice to, then maybe they will work together.
Right now, there is no such plan.
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