When Rana Daggubati Playfully Teased 'Childhood Friend' Samantha ‘Ruthless’ Prabhu at IIFA Utsavam

Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently took home the Woman of the Year award at the IIFA Utsavam, and her longtime friend, Rana Daggubati, was right there to share in her special moment. Hosting the event, Rana didn’t miss a chance for some playful banter with the Citadel: Honey Bunny actress.

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The 'Ruthless' Nickname

Rana jokingly revealed his nickname for Samantha: "Samantha Ruthless Prabhu." Their camaraderie dates back to childhood, and he continued his teasing, saying, “Samantha went from Tollywood to Hollywood. Went from my sister-in-law to sister,” leaving Samantha laughing.

A Fun Exchange

The two shared a light-hearted conversation about Samantha’s current film choices, with her jokingly stating, “If I do a film, it should be like Narasimha Naidu, not Rana Naidu.” Rana added humor by mentioning he “learned from Family Man” that she could do anything.

Samantha & Rana's Friendship Beyond Films

Even after Samantha’s divorce from Naga Chaitanya, Rana and Samantha’s bond remains strong. Their fun exchange at IIFA was a reminder of their years-long friendship and Rana’s support, keeping the audience entertained with their charming interaction.

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