Samantha Ruth Prabhu is soaking it all in, right from embodying that signature elegance to returning stronger from remission to the autoimmune condition, Myositis. She has been on a promotional spree to promote her latest silver-screen offering – Shaakuntalam. The Telugu mythological drama written and directed by Gunasekhar is based on the literature masterpiece Abhignyana Shakuntalam by Kalidasa. Samantha essays the titular role of Shakuntala to Dev Mohan’s Dushyanta, the king of the Puru dynasty. The mood board for the promotions clearly felt like a monochrome interpretation of modern-day Shakuntala by stylists Pallavi Singh and Selvi Thangaraj. A bonafide style cynosure, Samantha worked off that signature charm, poise and grace being equally at ease in ethnic and contemporary creations. Also, she has mastered a rare knack to blend in a comfort factor with all that’s in vogue.
Samantha’s penchant for the six-yard has always been the hallmark of her versatile fashion arsenal, this time around she also gave power suits a worthy tap. Her glam squad included hairstylist Rohit Bhatkar and makeup artist Avni Rambhia. Here’s a closer look.
Happy white hour – Samantha Ruth Prabhu for Shaakuntalam
Samantha slipped into a Namrata Joshipura white maxi dress featuring a thigh-high slit and a twisted front ring and side cut-out detailing. She upped the look with a pair of Amina Muaddi satin pumps featuring crystal embellished bow detailing, a nail curve by Tuula worth Rs.3500 and soft waves.
Minimal, neutral and chic – Samantha Ruth Prabhu for Shaakuntalam
Samantha took to power dressing with separates of a beige buttoned blazer and ivory satin wide-leg pants by Kunal Rawal. She finished out the look with a delicate necklace by Mahesh Notandass, burgundy toned pumps, glasses by Massada, soft waves and subtle glam.
Ivory magic – Samantha Ruth Prabhu for Shaakuntalam
Samantha draped a wispy off-white pure kora silk net Banarasi cutwork handloom saree worth Rs. 13,800 from the homegrown label, Tilfi. The saree featured an understated threadwork pattern with birds in a landscape of vines. A sleeveless blouse, statement earrings by Anagha, soft wavy hair and a soft glam featuring accentuated eyes completed her look.
Ivory elegance – Samantha Ruth Prabhu for Shaakuntalam
An organza sari embroidered in florals from the homegrown label Aikeyah priced at Rs.92,500 was paired with a hand-embroidered glass beads bralette. Soft waves and subtle glam accompanied.
Pantsuit chic – Samantha Ruth Prabhu for Shaakuntalam
Showing us how a white suit is a timeless wardrobe staple with a Laith Maalouf, Samantha upped the look with jewellery by Karishma. White pumps, soft waves and a subtle glam completed her look.
Shaakuntalam is a thrilling love story of the exquisitely beautiful Shakuntala and the mighty King Dushyanta. The film also features Mohan Babu, Jisshu Sengupta, Madhoo, Gautami, Aditi Balan and Ananya Nagalla in supporting roles. The film had a theatrical release on 14 April 2023.
