Samantha Ruth Prabhu believes that women are often misrepresented in films, with their roles frequently being defined by the male lead. The actress acknowledges her responsibility as a performer and is actively choosing roles that offer a more accurate portrayal of women in society. She emphasized that this is why she is steering clear of “flower-pot” characters, which lack depth. Speaking at the Business Today’s Most Powerful Women in Business 2024 event in Mumbai, Samantha discussed her efforts to select roles that reflect a true and fair representation of women.
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What did Samantha Ruth Prabhu said?
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu shared that authenticity is something people are increasingly seeking, and she believes it should be reflected in everything she does, including the brands she associates with. She emphasized that when she speaks about being authentic, it’s not just about her public image, but also the roles she chooses.
Samantha feels a strong sense of responsibility in selecting characters that offer a fair and accurate portrayal of women in today’s society. She pointed out that many films tend to misrepresent women, often defining them through their relationships with male characters, rather than exploring their own journeys, strengths, and challenges.
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Samantha made a conscious decision to take on roles that showcase women in a more empowering light, just as she does with the brands she endorses. She cited her role in Citadel as an example, where she is portrayed as an equal to the male lead, fighting side by side and contributing equally to the story’s action and progression. “In Citadel, I’m not just the one being saved; I’m saving the day as much as the hero,” she explained, adding that such opportunities in action genres are rare.
However, this commitment to meaningful roles has led to fewer offers. Samantha acknowledged that the number of projects she is considering has become smaller because she is intentionally avoiding roles that lack depth or significance, often referred to as “flower-pot” roles.
About Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s current project
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu was recently seen in Citadel: Honey Bunny, a spin-off that expands on the story from the 2023 series *Citadel* starring Richard Madden and Priyanka Chopra, as well as the 2024 show *Citadel: Diana* featuring Matilda De Angelis. The new series follows the spy characters played by Samantha (Honey) and Varun Dhawan (Bunny) as they balance their complex personal lives with the demanding challenges of their espionage careers. Directed by Raj and DK, *Citadel: Honey Bunny* is available for streaming on Prime Video and also features a strong supporting cast including KK Menon, Sikandar Kher, and Saqib Saleem.
