Movies That Cemented S.S. Rajamouli's Status As A Great Director

Ye Maaya Chesave (2010) on ZEE5 marks Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Telugu debut, portraying Jessie, a strong-willed woman navigating love.

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In Eega (2012) on Netflix, Samantha showcases her versatility as the female lead alongside a CGI housefly

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Catch Samantha in Theri (2016) on Prime Video, delivering a compelling performance as Mithra amidst corruption and revenge.

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Oh! Baby (2019) on Prime Video features Samantha's standout portrayal of Swathi, praised for its humor and depth.

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In Majili (2019) on Disney+ Hotstar, Samantha shines as Sravani, a supportive wife amidst emotional turmoil.

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Experience Samantha's authentic portrayal as Ramalakshmi in Rangasthalam (2018) on Disney+ Hotstar.

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Samantha impresses as Tara in Mersal (2017) on Netflix, adding depth to the narrative.

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