Samantha Akkineni opens up on being called 'flop heroine' after 'Jaanu's' BO failure

Samantha Akkineni, who was last seen in C. Prem Kumar's Jaanu, seems to be at receiving end of moviegoers. actor, whose first movie of 2020- Jaanu turned out to be a box office debacle was reported to be termed as a 'flop actor' by umpteen moviegoers. In a recent media interview with a leading tabloid, Samantha Akkineni had a few words of wisdom for all moviegoers who called her a 'flop actor'. Here is what she had to say. 

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Samantha Akkineni replies to being called 'flop actor' after Jaanu's debacle 

Jaanu, starring Sharwanand and Samantha Akkineni in lead was an official remake of Tamil film '96. Although movie was appreciated by critics, but failed to garner expected returns at box office. Looking at Jaanu's dismal performance at box office, cine-goers started targeting Samantha Akkineni, by calling her a flop actor.

In a recent interview, Samantha revealed that it is only female actor who falls prey to public scrutiny. Whereas, male actors are never reason for a movie's failure. ir flop movies are neir called out r criticised. In interview published on an online portal, Samantha condemned moviegoers for barging her with negative comments. She also addressed pay disparity prevalent in entertainment industry. 

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Meanwhile, Samantha Akkineni has a number of film projects lined up. Reports have it that Samantha has been signed on for director Vignesh Sivan's directorial. movie, starring Vijay Sethupathi, Nayanthara, and Samantha Akkineni in lead, is reported to be a love story. forthcoming movie is slated to hit marquee soon. Besides romantic film, Samantha Akkineni is expected to make her digital debut with Raj and DK's  Family Man 2. series, starring Maj Bajpayee in lead, reportedly is in pre-production st. However, makers have t revealed any details about Samantha's part in series.

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