Samantha Ruth Prabhu, one of South India's most sought-after actresses, has begun promotions for her upcoming fairytale-like film, Shaakuntalam. With her last released film 'Yashoda' receiving critical acclaim, Samantha has been busy shooting for the Indian version of Citadel, where she will be seen in action sequences shot across parts of India. Despite her busy schedule, Samantha took time out to visit the Sri Peddamma Temple to seek blessings for the beginning of Shaakuntalam's journey.
In a video shared on social media, Samantha talked about her daily ritual of starting the morning by praying to Devi and how she sought Devi's blessings for Shaakuntalam's promotions. Samantha wrote on social media, "The promotions of #Shaakuntalam begins on an auspicious note with the divine blessings of Sri Peddamma Thalli."
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Apr 2, 2026Shaakuntalam, directed by Gunasekhar, is a romantic period drama based on the Mahabharata character Shakuntala, played by Samantha. The film also stars Dev Mohan, Aditi Balan, and many others. Fans have been eagerly waiting for the film's release since it was announced, and the film is now set to release in April.
Apart from Shaakuntalam, Samantha has an exciting lineup of films that fans can look forward to. She will be seen in the Indian version of Citadel, which is an Amazon Prime Video original series produced by the Russo brothers. The series also stars Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Samantha has been working hard to perfect her action sequences for the series, which is set to release later this year.
Samantha is also working on the Telugu film Kushi, directed by Mohana Krishna Indraganti. The film is a romantic comedy-drama, and Samantha will be seen opposite actor Adivi Sesh. Fans have been excited about this project since it was announced, and the film is expected to release later this year.
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Apr 2, 2026In 2022, Samantha's dazzling presence in the 'Oo Antava' song from Pushpa: The Rise won over fans all over the country. She has also been named the reigning queen of a leading research report month after month, topping the survey of India's Most Popular Female Stars.
Samantha has always been vocal about the importance of balancing work and personal life. She is known to take time out to travel and spend time with family and friends. In an interview, Samantha spoke about how she maintains a work-life balance, saying, "I believe that if you have a happy personal life, then you will automatically be happy in your professional life as well. It's important to take time out for yourself and your loved ones."
Samantha Ruth Prabhu has begun promotions for her upcoming film Shaakuntalam on an auspicious note. With her dedication and hard work, Samantha has become one of the most popular actresses in the South Indian film industry. Fans are eagerly awaiting the release of Shaakuntalam, Kushi, and Citadel, and with Samantha's charm and talent, they are sure to be a hit at the box office.
