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Pink Villa
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
When Samantha Ruth Prabhu got a tattoo for her first love at 18: ‘I thought I was going to marry that individual'
Samantha Ruth Prabhu has consistently inspired her fans with her choices in life and work. Beyond this, the diva's personal life has frequently been a matter of buzz and gossip. For the unversed, the actress ended her marriage with ex-husband Naga Chaitanya in 2021. When Samantha Ruth Prabhu talked about getting a tattoo for her first love In one of her previous interviews with JFW, Samantha Ruth Prabhu once opened up about her first love, which prompted her to get a tattoo related to the person at the age of 18. While the actress did not take any names or specify where she had gotten herself inked back in the day. However, she did highlight that she got the tattoo because she thought she was in love. In her words, 'I got my first tattoo when I was around 18, when I thought I was in love and was going to marry that individual. I do not wish to talk about that tattoo and where it is anymore.' Samantha talked about getting rid of one of her toxic relationships Recently, speaking in her own podcast Take 20, Samantha reflected on getting embroiled in a somewhat toxic relationship with her phone at one point in time and how she coped with such an excessive dependence. Calling it an uncontrollable phenomenon, the diva highlighted that she got rid of it after going on a three-day silence retreat. She added, 'So I went on a silence retreat for three days without phone, with no communication, no eye contact, no reading, no writing, no stimulation of any kind. Your brain just comes down.' Samantha Ruth Prabhu's work front Well, Samantha was last seen in Raj and DK's series Citadel: Honey Bunny, starring alongside Varun Dhawan. Since then, she has been managing her own brand work and has been the owner of a pickleball team. In fact, Sam made her production debut with the movie Subham, which was released under her production house, Tralalala Films. Moving on, the diva would return as an actor in the projects Rakht Brahmand and Maa Inti Bangaram.
Economic Times
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Samantha Ruth Prabhu breaks silence on a past relationship: 'It gave me a false sense of importance...'
Samantha Ruth Prabhu revealed her struggle with phone addiction on her podcast. She used a silence retreat to disconnect and reset. She addressed body-shaming comments with a strong message. Samantha consistently speaks about resilience and inner strength. She was last seen in 'Citadel: Honey Bunny'. She is working on 'Rakht Brahmand' and 'Bangaram'. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Renowned actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu , celebrated for her candour and resilience, has opened up about a deeply personal struggle that many would not have expected—a battle with mobile phone addiction . Known for her fearless honesty about her health and personal challenges, Samantha chose to reveal this lesser-known struggle on her own podcast, 'Take 20'. Unlike the toxic relationships fans might assume she's referencing, this one wasn't with a person but rather with a device that had quietly crept into every corner of her Yeh Maaya Chesave star admitted that despite curating a healthy lifestyle and routine, she found herself repeatedly gravitating toward her phone in ways that disrupted her peace and productivity. The actress reflected on how her dependence on the device became almost compulsive, creating a deceptive illusion that every notification was tied to work and therefore justified. Over time, she began questioning this relentless connection, realizing it was robbing her of mindfulness and clarity."This relationship with my phone, which I was starting to question again, and this false sense of importance that 'It's my work and it has to be done," she a conscious attempt to disconnect and reset her mental and emotional well-being, the Kushi actress decided to participate in silentce retreat that spanned three full days. What made the experience transformative was the complete lack of digital engagement. She went entirely off-grid—no phone, no communication, no visual contact with others, no books or writing materials, and no sensory stimulation whatsoever. The objective was to calm the overstimulated brain, and for Samantha, it worked wonders. The experience allowed her to realign her focus, making her more aware of what genuinely episode wasn't just about digital detox; it was also about reclaiming her power in a world where external validation is constant and relentless. Samantha used the same strength when she recently addressed body-shaming comments aimed at her appearance.A few days ago, she posted a photo of herself executing a set of bar pull-ups at the gym. Radiating strength and determination, the image was accompanied by a fierce message directed at trolls who had made derogatory remarks about her body. Samantha stated that unless critics could match her physical discipline, their opinions held no value. It was a direct call-out to those who mistake lean frames for weakness, reminding them of the effort and commitment behind her fitness journey.'Here's the deal. You don't get to call me skinny, sickly, or any of that crap unless you can do 3 of these first. If you can't… Then read between the frikkin lines…' she been transparent about her ongoing battle with the autoimmune condition myositis, Samantha consistently uses her platform to speak about resilience, self-worth, and inner strength. Her gym post, infused with assertiveness and humor, resonated widely, earning admiration from fans who appreciated her unapologetic confidence and powerful the professional front, Samantha was last seen in the Amazon Prime Video series Citadel: Honey Bunny, directed by Raj and DK. She continues to collaborate with the acclaimed duo on Rakht Brahmand and is also working on a Telugu film titled Bangaram. Recently, she added another feather to her cap by turning producer for the film Subham, where she also made a brief cameo. Through each role, both on and off screen, Samantha continues to redefine what strength looks like.
India Today
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Samantha hits back at trolls calling her skinny, sickly with fierce workout video
Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu isn't holding back when it comes to addressing unsolicited comments about her body. On Saturday, the 'Kushi' star shared a video on Instagram of herself powering through an intense workout routine, along with a sharp message for body-shamers.'Here's the deal. You don't get to call me skinny, sickly or any of that crap unless you can do three of these first. If you can't... then read between the frikkin lines,' she wrote, making it clear that she's done with people passing casual remarks about her the video: Video courtesy: Instagram/samantharuthprabhuofflSamantha, who has been open about her struggles with the autoimmune condition myositis, often uses her platform to advocate for strength, resilience, and self-acceptance. Her latest post was met with applause from fans and followers who praised her grit and Ruth Prabhu was last seen in director Raj and DK's 'Citadel: Honey Bunny', which is streaming on Prime Video. She is now working on the director duo's 'Rakht Brahmand' and a Telugu film titled 'Bangaram'. Recently, she made her debut as a producer with the Telugu film Subham, in which she also made a cameo appearance.- EndsYou May Also Like
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Ali Fazal trains in Jujutsu with Italian black belt holder, Umberto Barbagallo
Ali Fazal is rigorously training in Jujutsu under the guidance of Italian expert Umberto Barbagallo to prepare for the upcoming schedule of Rakht Brahmand. Shooting will resume in Mumbai in the coming weeks, featuring action sequences that demand physical skill. Ali is dedicated to performing the action scenes authentically, avoiding the use of doubles. Actor Ali Fazal is currently undergoing intense training in Jujutsu to prep for the next schedule of Rakht Brahmand . The actor has been training under Italian expert and black belt Umberto Barbagallo, who is known for his deep knowledge and experience in the martial arts. Ali has been learning under Umberto's guidance for the past one month. The series helmed creatively by Raj and DK, will be resuming shoot in new few weeks in Mumbai and will include action sequences that require physical preparedness and skill. Ali has committed himself to the training in order to perform the sequences with authenticity. Speaking about the preparation, a source from the production said, 'Ali was clear from the beginning that he wanted to train properly for the role. He didn't want to rely on doubles for the action scenes. That's why the team brought in Umberto to help him get into shape and learn the technique.' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
India.com
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Legendary Actor Kamal Hassan Calls Ali Fazal Very Important Actor For India
Mumbai: Legendary actor and filmmaker Kamal Haasan has heaped praise on his 'Thug Life' co-star Ali Fazal and called him a 'very important actor for India.' Speaking about his first impression of Ali, Kamal said that he became a fan of the actor after watching him in Vishal Bhardwaj's espionage thriller Khufiya. Haasan said, 'I saw you in Vishal's film (Khufiya) and I knew I wanted to work with you. And this man (Mani Ratnam) made it happen. Ali is a very important actor for India. So I want you to welcome me to Chennai and our cinema'. Ali was moved by the gesture and said that it is a 'dream come true'. 'Getting a compliment like that from Kamal sir is something I will carry with me forever,' Ali said. 'He's not just a legend in Indian cinema, but a global icon of storytelling, art, and courage. To share the screen with him in Thug Life is an honour, and to be welcomed by him so warmly is a dream come true. Produced by Kamal under his home banner Raaj Kamal Films International, along with Mani Ratnam's Madras Talkies, R. Mahendran, and Siva Ananth, "Thug Life" enjoys a stellar cast with the legendary actor in the lead as Rangaraaya Sakthivel Naicker. He is accompanied by Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, Ashok Selvan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Joju George, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf in prominent roles, along with others. The film marks Mani Ratnam and Kamal's reunion after 35 years. The two legends last collaborated for the 1987 drama "Nayakan". "Thug Life" is gearing up for a worldwide theatrical release on June 5, 2025. Talking about Ali, he is currently awaiting the release of his upcoming film 'Metro…In Dino', by Anurag Basu. The actor is currently undergoing intense training in Jujutsu, under Italian expert and black belt Umberto Barbagallo, to prepare for the next schedule of Rakht Brahmand. 'Rakht Brahmand' is produced by filmmakers Raj & DK and directed by Rahi Anil Barve. The series also features a stellar cast including Aditya Roy Kapur, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Wamiqa Gabbi. 'Rakt Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom' is an action fantasy television series on Netflix directed by Rahi Anil Barve. It is based on a Marathi short story Vidushak by G. A. Kulkarni, this series is set to premiere on Netflix as a six-episode limited series. The first season is reportedly set in a fictional kingdom where it focuses on the conflict between two princes who are vying for the throne of the kingdom.
