Samantha Ruth Prabhu, a name that needs no introduction, has made a sensational mark in the film industry. Rising to fame with "Ye Maaya Chesave," she quickly became a successful heroine in Telugu cinema, starring alongside star heroes. Samantha's success extended to Tamil cinema as well, where she worked with leading actors like Vijay, Suriya, and Vishal. Amidst her thriving career, she fell in love with Tollywood's young hero Naga Chaitanya, and they got married.
But let's get to the point. Samantha's item song in the blockbuster movie "Pushpa" took the nation by storm. The movie, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, was released in 2022 and became a massive hit. The song "Oo Antava Mava" featuring Samantha was a significant part of its success, contributing to about 50% of the film's popularity. Samantha's sensuous performance in the song captivated the youth.
It's widely reported that Samantha was paid a whopping ₹5 crores for her dance performance in the song. In a recent interview, she revealed that her family and friends advised her against doing the item song, especially during a challenging period when she was deciding on her divorce. Despite their concerns, she went ahead with it, believing it was a golden opportunity she couldn't refuse.
Samantha mentioned that the song became a turning point in her career. She felt that she had no valid reason to turn down the opportunity and saw no harm in taking it. The song's massive success and her bold decision to go against the odds are well-known.
