Throwback: Samantha's landmark appearance as first South Indian Actress at IFFI 2021

Talented actress Samantha made headlines in 2021 as she broke barriers at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) held in Goa. In a monumental move, Samantha became the first South Indian actress to grace the esteemed event's speaker panel, marking a historic milestone for both the actress and South Indian cinema on the global stage.

Reflecting on the unforgettable event, Samantha took to her official Instagram handle, sharing her joy and gratitude for the opportunity to participate in IFFI. Her presence alongside industry luminaries like director Aruna Raje, screenwriter John Edathattil, and director Vivek Agnihotri added a distinct flair to the festival, emphasizing the diversity and depth of talent in the Indian film industry.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Instagram note read, “About last night .. @iffigoa

With the people who make all the difference @rajanddk @bajpayee.manoj #aparnapurohit @primevideoin #TheFamilyMan An evening to remember.”


On the work front, Samantha’s previous outing ‘Kushi’ which was a romantic drama movie, didn’t work well at the box office. The Vijay Deverakonda starrer received several mediocre reviews from the audiences.

Meanwhile, Samantha has the most awaited projects ‘Chennai Story’ and ‘Citadel: India’ in the pipeline.