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Hindustan Times
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Samantha Ruth Prabhu is ‘perfection' in red saree and corset blouse as she takes over Detroit with desi glamour
Samantha Ruth Prabhu travelled to the United States of America recently to attend an event in Detroit, Michigan. The actor took over the US with desi glamour, dressed in an ensemble designed by her good friend Kresha Bajaj. Let's decode her look: Samantha Ruth Prabhu attended the 2025 edition of the Telugu Association of North America (TANA) in a red saree. (Instagram) Also Read | How India took spotlight at Pharrell's Louis Vuitton Paris show: Madras checks, snakes & ladders runway, AR Rahman music Samantha Ruth Prabhu dazzles in a red saree Sharing the pictures of her dazzling look, Samantha wrote in the caption, 'Last evening.' While the saree is by Kresha Baja's eponymous label, her hair and makeup are done by Kanwal Batool, who also styled Diljit Dosanjh during his debut Met Gala appearance. The ensemble is a fun play on the traditional six yards, and can be a great inspiration for your bridesmaid look or for a newlywed bride to wear at a family function. Decoding Samantha's outfit The chiffon saree comes in a burnt red shade and features dazzling gemstone tassels adorned on the borders. Samantha wore the saree by draping the pleats on the side, forming tiers on the front, and letting the pallu fall from her shoulder in a floor-sweeping length. She paired the six yards of modern elegance with a red corset blouse featuring a plunging sweetheart neckline, broad shoulder straps, front button closures, a fitted silhouette hugging her curves, and a corseted bodice. The intricate embroidery done with silver and black beads to form floral designs added a feminine charm to the look. Samantha accessorised the ensemble with a gold tennis bracelet, gold statement earrings, and strappy high heels. With her tresses left loose in a side parting and styled with blowout, soft waves, she chose black winged eyeliner, gold shimmery eye shadow, mascara on the lashes, flushed cheeks, glowing highlighter, glossy pink lips, and soft contouring for the glam. Meanwhile, Samantha was in the US for the 2025 edition of the Telugu Association of North America (TANA). On the work front, Samantha was last seen in the Prime Video series Citadel: Honey Bunny. Also starring Varun Dhawan, it was directed by Raj & DK. The show is an Indian spin-off of the American television series Citadel, which starred Priyanka Chopra in the lead role.
Hindustan Times
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Samantha Ruth Prabhu cries as she thanks Telugu fans for supporting her in ‘every mistake I made'
Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu broke down in tears as she thanked the Telugu community in USA. She attended the 2025 edition of the Telugu Association of North America (TANA). In a video shared by Gulte, Samantha expressed her gratitude and even bowed her head to the crowd at the event. Thanking the people, she said that they didn't let go of her even after "every mistake I made". Samantha Ruth Prabhu said her Telugu fans gave her an identity, a home and a sense of belonging. Samantha Ruth Prabhu thanks Telugu community in US for their support Samantha wondered why it took her 15 years to be on that stage to thank the Telugu community. "I never got the chance to thank you. You made me your own from my very first film. You have only given me love. I can't believe it has taken me 15 years to come here and say thank you (bows her head). Although it's been 15 years, I think I have come here at an important stage of my career. I am not even surprised that the people who loved and appreciated Subham (2025) the most were the Telugu community of North America. I am truly grateful. I wasn't even surprised." Samantha thanks them for not letting go, weeps The actor thanked her fans for being with her throughout her journey and never letting go of her. "Every step I took, every mistake I made, you still didn't let go of me. I am truly appreciative of that. Wherever I go, whatever I do and whichever industry I work in, the first thought which comes to my mind before making any decision is, 'Will the Telugu audiences be proud of me or not?' Thank you for supporting me through this long journey. You gave me an identity, a home and a sense of belonging. I truly mean that from the bottom of my heart," she added. As she concluded her speech, an emotional Samantha started crying. Samantha's recent projects Samantha's recent project was her debut production, Subham. Directed by Praveen Kandregula, the horror comedy stars Harshith Malgireddy, Shriya Kontham, Charan Peri, Shalini Kondepudi, Gavireddy Srinivas and Shravani in key roles. It released in theatres on May 9. Samantha was last seen in the Prime Video series Citadel: Honey Bunny alongside Varun Dhawan. Directed by Raj & DK, Citadel: Honey Bunny is the Indian spin-off of the American television series Citadel on Prime Video, which starred Priyanka Chopra in the lead role.
Time of India
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Samantha Ruth Prabhu breaks down in tears as she thanks fans; Says, "You gave me an identity"
Picture Credit: Instagram Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently got emotional as she addressed the Telugu diaspora in the United States during the prestigious Telugu Association of North America (TANA) 2025 celebrations. The actress broke down in tears while expressing her deep gratitude to the Telugu community, who have supported her through the ups and downs of her 15-year-long career. In a video shared by Gulte, during her speech, Samantha confessed that it took her far too long to stand on that stage and thank the people who accepted her from her very first film. "You made me your own from my very first film," she said, bowing her head to the audience. "I can't believe it has taken me 15 years to come here and say thank you." The 'Kushi' actress acknowledged how the Telugu community, especially in North America, stood by her even through the most trying times. "Every step I took, every mistake I made, you still didn't let go of me," she said tearfully. "Wherever I go, whatever I do, and whichever industry I work in, the first thought that comes to my mind before making any decision is: Will the Telugu audience be proud of me or not?" The actress also mentioned that the Telugu audience gave her not just a successful career but something much more personal and meaningful. "You gave me an identity, a home, and a sense of belonging. I truly mean that from the bottom of my heart," she said. Samantha Ruth Prabhu made her debut as a producer with the horror comedy film 'Subham'. Directed by Praveen Kandregula, the film features new talent and has garnered positive reception, particularly among Telugu audiences abroad. She is currently working on her upcoming series, 'Rakt Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom' created by Raj & DK and directed by Rahi Anil Barve. She is also occupied with her next film, 'Bangaram'.
India Today
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Samantha gets emotional during speech at US event for Telugu community
Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently got overwhelmed with emotions during her speech at Telugu Association of North America (TANA) 2025 event. She addressed the North American Telugu community while expressing gratitude for their unwavering support for Telugu cinema and in her speech mentioned that she wanted to be a part of the event since past 15 years. In a video shared by Gulte on its X handle, she said, "I can't believe it took me 15 years to be on this stage. Every year I would hear about TANA and the closely-knit Telugu community that were there for all of us back home."advertisementThe 'Kushi' (2023) actor further said, "I never got the chance to thank you. You made me your own from my very first film. You have only given me love. I can't believe it has taken me 15 years and say thank you. I think I have come here at an important stage of my career." "I am not even surprised that the people who loved and appreciated 'Subham' (2025) the most were from the Telugu community of North America. I am truly grateful. Every step I took, every mistake I made, you still didn't let go of me. I am truly appreciative of that," Samantha went on."Wherever I go and whichever industry I work in, the first thought which comes to my mind before making any decision is, 'will the Telugu audiences be proud of me or not?' Thank you for supporting me on this long journey. You gave me an identity, a home and a sense of belonging," she her concluding remarks, the actor acknowledged the unconditional love of the North American Telugu audience by recalling how 'Oh!Baby' (2019) earned a million dollars in US. At the end of her speech, she broke down in from Samantha, Allu Arjun was also seen at an event organised by the North American Telugu Society (NATS) in Florida, the work front, Samantha will next be seen in Raj and DK's Netflix series, 'Rakt Bramhand'.- EndsMust Watch
Hans India
2 days ago
- General
- Hans India
Book on ‘Antiquity of Telugu language' launched at TANA conference
Vijayawada: A book establishing the antiquity of Telugu Language, written by Dr E Sivanagireddy, noted archaeologist and CEO of Pleach India Foundation, was released at 24th TANA (Telugu Association of North America) conference at Show Place, Novi, Detroit, USA on Saturday. Dr Sivanagireddy said the book provides authentic source material based on Prakrit, Sanskrit, Telugu-Kannada and Telugu Inscriptions found engraved on stone plaques and copper plates between 3rd century BCE and 11th century CE. This book was launched by Indian-American Oncologist Dr Dattatreyudu Nori at TANA literary meet in the presence of Telugu actor and politician M Murali Mohan, academician and Hindu coordinator for US and Canada Prof Yarlagadda Laxmi Prasad and co-editor of TANA Souvenir Naveen Vasireddy. Dr Sivanagireddy briefed the audience of the literary meet in the antiquity of 2300 year old Telugu language which was given the status of Classical Language citing references from the inscriptions of both the Telugu States.
