Samantha Ruth Prabhu is a top actress in the South Indian film industry known for her impressive roles in movies like Theri, Kushi and Yashoda. One of her standout performances was as Vaembu in the film Super Deluxe. In this role, Samantha portrayed a strong and unapologetic woman who confronts her mistakes head-on. But did you know she wasn’t the first choice for this role?
In an interview, Samantha revealed that she was not the initial choice for the role of Vaembu in Super Deluxe, a film directed by Thiagarajan Kumararaja. Kumararaja had originally offered the role to two other actresses who turned it down before approaching Samantha. Despite this, Samantha delivered an outstanding performance making the character her own. She mentioned that while working with the director the most takes she ever needed for a scene was around five.
Super Deluxe released in 2019 was Kumararaja’s second film coming eight years after his first. The movie was well-received, earning critical acclaim for its compelling story and stellar performances from the cast. Alongside Samantha, the film featured prominent actors like Vijay Sethupathi, Fahadh Faasil, Ramya Krishnan, Mirnalini Ravi and Gayathrie Shankar.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu Future Projects
Currently, Samantha has several exciting projects lined up. One of them is the web series Citadel: Honey Bunny, where she stars alongside Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan. This series is the Indian adaptation of the Russo brothers’ Citadel which originally featured Priyanka Chopra and Richard Madden. Directed by Raj & DK who are known for The Family Man, the series promises to be a thrilling spy action drama.
Additionally, Samantha announced another project titled Bangaram on her birthday. This film is particularly special as it marks her debut as a producer.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu continues to make waves in the film industry with her versatile acting skills and selection of diverse roles. From her unexpected casting in Super Deluxe to her upcoming projects, she remains a prominent and influential figure in South Indian cinema.
