Samantha Ruth Prabhu recounts challenging 'Citadel: Honey Bunny' shoot: 'It was very strenuous'

Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently opened up about the difficulties that she faced while shooting for 'Citadel: Honey Bunny'. In the latest episode of her health podcast, Take 20, talking to her co-host and wellness coach, Alkesh Sharotri, the actor revealed that shooting for the Indian web series was not an easy task.

Samantha on her struggles during 'Citadel'

Recalling her struggles while shooting for the upcoming show, Samantha mentioned that she underwent many difficulties as she was also diagnosed with myositis. She said, “I had to finish Kushi, and I had to shoot for Citadel, which is extremely physical. There’s a lot of action involved. So it was very strenuous.”

The actor added that she would have spasms, or worse, pass out during the shoot, and her co-host, Alkesh, would be called for help. “Many, many calls were made to you (Alkesh) in the middle of the shoot—she’s having a spasm, she’s cramping. I passed out, and I had a concussion,” she added. To this, Akhilesh replied, "And you had a concussion, and the person who was training you there was not very helpful in relaying the information. Oh, God, those were crazy times."

Samantha on Citadel

Speaking of being a part of the series, Samantha said, “I never would have imagined that I would take action. But today, for me, being at this event is already such a victory because, at the last moment, I didn’t really think I could do it. I didn’t think I would be a part of Citadel. I’m extremely grateful to Raj, DK, Sita, and Amazon for really coming to my rescue. I just had to prep physically. I am just so incredibly proud already that this is the way it is and this is the way it looks. I can’t believe—this is how it looks.” Karan Johar then said, “Both you and Varun have literally owned it.”

Directed by Raj and DK, 'Citadel: Honey Bunny' is the Indian adaptation of the Russo Brothers' multi-series. It also stars Sikandar Kher, Kay Kay Menon, Saqib Saleem, and Emma Canning in pivotal roles.

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