Actor Rishab Shetty heaps praise on 'Youth', calls it a "cinematic delight"
Apr 20, 2026
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 20 : Actor Rishab Shetty heaped praise on the film Youth, which stars Ken Karunaas and called it a refreshing and emotional watch that stayed with him after the screening.
The film, hit theatres last March and also received a positive response from both moviebuffs and critics.
It also did well at the box office. Even after its theatrical run, the movie has continued to get attention on OTT platforms.
Sharing his reaction after he watched the film, the 'Kantara' actor said he enjoyed every moment of it and was smiling throughout. In his post, he wrote, "After a long time, I found myself smiling throughout an entire film. #Youth is filled with love, friendship, and deep emotions, a heartfelt tribute dedicated to all parents. Single-handedly writing, directing and acting with such nuanced depth is truly commendable."
Shetty also praised the performances of the cast and the work of the technical team behind the film. Appreciating the actors and makers, he added, "Every actor is brought to life so naturally on screen. #SurajVenjaramoodu sir, #DevaDarshini ma'am, and the entire friend's gang are an absolute joy to watch. Special mention to music director @gvprakash, the DOP @DopViki, editor @editorNash, and producers @The_KCR and #SulochanaKumar for trusting the vision. #Youth, a film by @KenKarunaas."
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'Youth' revolves around a simple and relatable story based on social life, love, friendships, and personal struggles. Ken Karunaas, who wrote, directed, and acted in the film, has been widely appreciated for handling all three roles successfully. Actors Suraj Venjaramoodu and Devadarshini were also praised for their performances.