Samantha celebrates her 38th birthday today. Over the years, she won hearts not only with her effortless demeanour but also with some enthralling performances.

Samantha celebrates her 38th birthday today. While the trailer of her upcoming film Subham was released on her birthday eve, wishes have been pouring in for the actress. On the occasion, we turn the spotlight on films and series in which she enthralled the audiences with her performances.

Ye Maaya Chesave

Ye Maaya Chesave (Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa in Tamil) was Samantha’s debut film! Her role Jessie in the love story resonated with the audiences. Naga Chaitanya and Sam’s onscreen chemistry struck a chord with the youth and the Gautam Menon directorial was a runaway hit at the box office. Sam truly announced her arrival with the film.

Brindavanam

The actress bagged the leading lady role in Jr NTR’s film Brindavanam (2010). Apart from Sam’s cute looks, her bubbly act as Indu – NTR’s girlfriend – was lauded. The film was declared a hit at the box office, and Samantha further got closer to the audiences.

Dookudu

Dookudu was a blockbuster and brought back Mahesh Babu into winning streak after a series of flops. His onscreen chemistry with Samantha was a major highlight. She looked beautiful and has done a great job, and further cemented her place in the film industry

Super hit films like Eega, Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu, Attarintiki Daredi and Manam catapulted her into a different league. The time saw the rise of Samantha – she was lauded for the kind of roles she has been picking up.

Rangasthalam

Rangasthalam was an industry hit, and the film showed Samantha in a new dimension, hitherto. She played the rustic role as a charming village belle Ramalakshmi in the Sukumar directorial. Her chemistry with Ram Charan keeps the film lighthearted. The rustic drama literally turned into a playground where Samantha brims with joy and verve that goes beyond the usual cliches

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Oh! Baby

The way Samantha adapts her character in the Nandini Reddy directorial is admirable. The breezy entertainer was described as a joyous ode to the complexities of the older generation, brilliantly led by a brilliant Samantha. She delivers top-notch performance

Yashoda

Looking to save her sister, Samantha’s act as a desperate woman agreeing to be a surrogate won acclaim. She comes up with a fine performance and keeps us invested in a story that blends emotional drama with slick action. The actress stole the show in the survival thriller and drew applause when she kicks butt and delivers punch dialogues with ease. The film is all the more special because it was released after she was diagnosed with Myositis.

Pushpa: The Rise

For the first time in her career, Samantha was part of a special number Oo Antava Oo Oo Antava from Allu Arjun-starrer Pushpa The Rise. The song was not only an instant chartbuster but a rage among the youth. It was touted as a game-changer in the sexist world of special songs. Samantha’s killer dance moves with Allu Arjun in the song took the cake.

The Family Man 2

Samantha excelled as Raji! For the first time, she was seen in an action-oriented role in the Raj-Dk’s web show. She looks agile, fierce and cold-hearted. As an antagonist, she gives a formidable fight to Bajpayee’s Srikant, and is brilliant in her action scenes showcasing her acting prowess.

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