Actor
Samantha Ruth Prabhu
Based In
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Origin
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Years Active
2010 – Present
Samantha Ruth Prabhu Biography
Samantha Ruth Prabhu – Full Information
- Full Name: Samantha Ruth Prabhu
- Popular Name: Samantha
- Profession: Actress, Producer
- Date of Birth: 28 April 1987
- Age: 38 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality: Indian
Physical Details
- Height: Approx. 5 feet 3 inches
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Samantha Ruth Prabhu – Family Background
- Father: Joseph Prabhu
- Mother: Ninette Prabhu
- Former Husband: Naga Chaitanya (married in 2017, divorced in 2021)
Samantha Ruth Prabhu – Education
- School: Holy Angels Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School, Chennai
- College: Stella Maris College, Chennai
- Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight / Film |
|---|---|
| 2010 | Ye Maaya Chesave (Film Debut) |
| 2012 | Eega |
| 2013 | Neethaane En Ponvasantham |
| 2016 | Theri |
| 2017 | Rangasthalam |
| 2017 | Mersal |
| 2019 | Super Deluxe |
| 2021 | The Family Man Season 2 |
| 2022 | Yashoda |
| 2023 | Kushi |
| 2024 | Citadel: Honey Bunny |
| 2025 | Bangaram (Upcoming) |
Recent Activity
- As of January 2026, Samantha Ruth Prabhu is actively filming the Telugu action-drama Maa Inti Bangaaram, produced under her own banner.
- She is also working on the upcoming series Rakt Brahmand.
- Recently, she attended the 77th Republic Day reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
- Samantha launched her new activewear brand, Mile Collective.
- She was also seen playing pickleball with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, drawing attention on social media.
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Best Female Debut – South | Filmfare Awards South | Ye Maaya Chesave | Won |
| 2010 | Best Actress – Telugu | Nandi Awards | Ye Maaya Chesave | Won |
| 2012 | Best Actress – Tamil | Filmfare Awards South | Neethaane En Ponvasantham | Won |
| 2012 | Best Actress – Telugu | Filmfare Awards South | Eega | Won |
| 2013 | Best Actress – Tamil | Filmfare Awards South | Neethaane En Ponvasantham | Won |
| 2013 | Best Actress – Telugu | Filmfare Awards South | Eega | Won |
| 2016 | Best Actress – Tamil | Filmfare Awards South | Theri | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best Actress – Telugu | Filmfare Awards South | Rangasthalam | Nominated |
| 2019 | Best Actress – Tamil | Filmfare Awards South | Super Deluxe | Nominated |
| 2021 | Best Actress – OTT | Filmfare OTT Awards | The Family Man Season 2 | Won |
| 2021 | Best Actress – Drama Series | Critics’ Choice Awards | The Family Man Season 2 | Won |
| 2022 | Best Actress | SIIMA Awards | Yashoda | Nominated |
About Samantha Ruth Prabhu
She is a popular Indian actress and producer known for versatile roles in South Indian films and OTT series.
Ye Maaya Chesave (2010).
Yes, she runs her own production banner, Tralala Moving Pictures.
Yes, she gained major recognition through The Family Man Season 2.
Ye Maaya Chesave and Rangasthalam are among her most acclaimed works.