Samantha Ruth Prabhu has enthralled everyone with her tremendous performance in the Indian version of the American series Citadel: Honey Bunny. However, she was not confident about being a part of this big project and begged creators Raj & DK to cast someone else. After being diagnosed with myositis she was unsure about playing a role that demanded a lot. She even shared recommendations with the makers for her replacement but they were determined to take the project forward with her.

Due to her health conditions, battling an autoimmune disorder that affected her muscles, Samantha pleaded with Raj & DK to replace her.  In a recent interview with Galatta India, she said, “I begged them to move on because I really didn’t think I could do it. I was really sure I couldn’t.” She even went so far as to provide a list of other actresses she believed would excel in her role, stating, “I sent other recommendations, ‘Look at this heroine, she is so amazing. She will kill it. I beg you I can’t do this.’ I sent like four options to them. I was really not well.”

However, she went through it despite her doubts and is thankful for being a part of the Citadel universe. She further expressed her gratitude saying, “Now, watching this show, I am so thankful that they didn’t make it without me and that I found the strength to do it. Even before the verdict is out for this show, I am going to give it to myself for pulling through.”

Citadel: Honey Bunny is an espionage thriller starring Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Varun Dhawan in the lead cast. The trailer promises an electrifying installment in the Citadel universe which started with the American version featuring Priyanka Chopra and Richard Madden. Directed by Raj & DK Honey Bunny sets a wild ride blended with espionage, romance, and self-discovery. The most-awaited Amazon Prime Video will stream on November 7, 2024.