Actress Samantha expressed her gratitude to fans for their unwavering support, stating that their love has been instrumental in her journey. Speaking at the Behindwoods Awards ceremony in Chennai, she became emotional, acknowledging that she owes her success to them.
Samantha was honored with the K. Balachander Hall of Fame Award for her impactful performances since 2010. After receiving the award, she remarked, “I am truly honored to receive this recognition. An award named after K. Balachander sir is particularly special, as his films have always portrayed women in a powerful and natural light. His work has been a major inspiration for me, and today, I feel a sense of fulfillment in my journey. I thank everyone who considered me for this award.”
Reflecting on her career and fan support, Samantha noted, “Generally, admiration follows a successful film. However, despite not having a Tamil release in the past two years or delivering a recent blockbuster, your love remains constant. It is overwhelming, and I am truly grateful. I wouldn’t be here without you.”
When fans requested a dance performance, she playfully declined, citing her recent action sequence shoot. However, she assured them of her deep appreciation, stating that she remains indebted to their support.
Samantha, who hails from Chennai, made her acting debut with Ye Maaya Chesave and gained recognition across Telugu and Tamil cinema. Her last Tamil film was Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal in 2022. Recently, she expanded her presence into web series with Citadel: Honey Bunny.
She is currently working on the films Raktha Brahmanda and Maa Inti Bangaram, while her production venture Shubham is set for release soon.
