Samantha in Shaakuntalam.(courtesy: samantharuthprabhuoffl)

New Delhi:

Shaakuntalam, that includes Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Dev Mohan within the lead roles, is operating efficiently in theatres internationally. The movie, based mostly on the legendary Abhijnana Shaakuntalam by Kalidasa has been helmed by veteran director Gunasekhar. Speaking in regards to the mission that’s rooted in Indian literature and mythology, the director has shared that his first and solely selection for the movie was Samantha. In an interview with ETimes, the filmmaker mentioned that he, nevertheless, needed to ask Samantha to transform her physique forward of the mission. The director was quoted as saying: “I asked Samantha to rework her figure because her abs or biceps would be unsuitable for Shakuntala’s soft and tender look. So, to work on her look, she asked for some time but not for its content.”

Gunasekhar additionally added: “I had no plan B actress for Shaakuntalam, from day one it was always Samantha.” It could also be famous that Samantha’s final two initiatives previous Shaakuntalam have been excessive on motion – Family Man 2 and Yashoda.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s newest launch has been receiving a lot of love from her fans and colleagues. The actress, who was identified with an autoimmune situation referred to as myositis final yr, received a particular message from herKushi co–star Vijay Deverakonda. In a social media publish, he wrote, “Sammy, You are so full of love, always wanting to do right, spread cheer, still giving your everything for each shot in a film as if your entire career depends on it. The world might never know what a fighter you have been the past 1 year, always trying to put a smile and your best foot forward for your teams, films, and fans even though your body needs a break, needs rest. I wish you all luck for #Shaakuntalam tomorrow. Your will and the love of millions will always keep you safe. It will all be well.  Love always, Vijay.”

To this, Samantha mentioned, “At a loss for words… Really needed this. Thank you, my hero.”

At a loss for phrases..
Really wanted this????
Thank you my hero!! @TheDeverakonda ????#Shaakuntalamhttps://t.co/jUHyNqtRWx

— Samantha (@Samanthaprabhu2) April 13, 2023

During the promotions of the film, Samantha opened up about battling private challenges reminiscent of her myositis prognosis. Speaking to Bollywood Bubble, the actress confessed: “You know, your eyes, the medium to express emotions, and every day I wake up with pins and needles in my eyes. Every day I go through this pain. I am sensitive to light and I can’t, which is why you know I don’t wear glasses just for fun and for style. The light actually affects my eyes. I have intense migraine; I have intense pain in my eyes and they swell from the pain and this is every single day for the last eight months.”

On the work entrance, along with Kushi with Vijay Deverakonda, Samantha Ruth Prabhu may also be seen with Varun Dhawan within the Indian installment of Citadel.