5 blockbusters rejected by Samantha Ruth Prabhu

Arshi Khanam

Samantha’s charm

South’s top actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu is often the talk of the town for her dating life and professional front. Her movie Ye Maaya Chesave is set to re-release on July 18.

Missed opportunities

Samantha Ruth Prabhu missed multiple superhit films that served as a gain for others. Take a look:

Yevadu (aha)

Not Shruti Haasan but Samantha Ruth Prabhu was the first choice opposite Ram Charan in this blockbuster action thriller film.

I (ZEE5)

Shankar’s romantic thriller with Vikram was initially envisioned with Samantha but she rejected the role and was replaced by Amy Jackson.

Jawan (Netflix)

Samantha Ruth Prabhu was almost set to mark her awaited Bollywood debut opposite Shah Rukh Khan. However, she reportedly rejected the role of Narmada Rai Rathore and it went to Nayanthara.

Dasara (Netflix)

This period action drama film was initially offered to Samantha. However, she rejected the role. The ensemble featured Nani, Dheekshith Shetty and Keerthi Suresh.

Pushpa: The Rise (Prime Video)

Samantha impressed fans with her sizzling dance moves in Sukumar’s action-packed blockbuster. It is reported that she was also approached for the female lead but was later replaced by Rashmika Mandanna.