Actor
Samantha Ruth Prabhu is stepping into a new chapter in her career as she turns producer with 'Subham', which is set for a theatrical release on May 9. Ahead of the film's release, Samantha made a spiritual visit to the Tirupati Balaji Temple on Saturday, seeking blessings for her new venture with director
Raj Nidimoru.
In the pictures that surfaced online, the actress is seen accompanied by director Raj Nidimoru, which led to fresh rumors about their relationship. The two were seen walking together towards the main temple, surrounded by security, and Samantha was spotted in a traditional light pink salwar kameez, looking graceful as she paid homage.
About 'Subham'
'Subham' is the first feature film from Samantha's production house. The film is described as a quirky comedy with humor and thrills, which will have a thought-provoking take on everyday issues. Directed by Praveen Kandregula and written by
Vasanth Mariganti, the creative duo behind the acclaimed 'Cinema Bandi,' 'Subham' also marks the debut of six promising new talents: Harshith Malgireddy, Shriya Kontham, Charan Peri, Shalini Kondepudi, Gavireddy Srinivas, and Shravani.
The film’s technical crew includes cinematographer Mridul
Sujit Sen, production designer Ram Charan Tej, and editor Dharmendra Kakarla.
Samantha's upcoming acting projects
Samantha was last seen in the Indian spin-off of the popular spy series 'Citadel', titled 'Citadel: Honey Bunny' co-starring Varun Dhawan.
On her acting front, Samantha is busy with an exciting slate of projects. She will headline and produce the gritty drama 'Bangaram', and is currently filming the web series 'Rakht Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom', directed by Rahi Anil Barve. She also has 'The Family Man' Season 3 on the horizon, where she will reprise her role alongside Manoj Bajpayee, Jaideep Ahlawat, Priyamani, and Sharib Hashmi.
'Rakt Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom' will be an action-fantasy web series, which will also feature Aditya Roy Kapur, Ali Fazal and Wamiqa Gabbi in key roles and created by Raj & DK.
Samantha will be also producing her action thriller 'Maa Inti Bangaram'. The film features her in a fierce avatar. A poster released on her birthday showed her holding a gun. The movie is currently in pre-production, with filming expected to start soon.