
"It took me fifteen years to stand here and say thank you," samantha remarked as she spoke on stage. She experienced acceptance and encouragement from Ye Maaya Chesave, her debut film. She revealed that the telugu audience made her feel like one of their own from the start and that she had never had the opportunity to thank them in all these years.
She also discussed her recent development as a producer, pointing out that the North American public responded favorably to her debut film, Shubam. samantha stated that she considers whether telugu fans will be happy of her before making any decisions in her profession. Many of her decisions have been influenced by this sense of accountability.
Samantha recalled how well-received oh baby was in the US and expressed amazement when the movie made over a million dollars. "The audience may be geographically distant, but they are always close to my heart," she continued. She expressed her gratitude to them for providing her with emotional support, a sense of identity, and a sense of belonging along her journey.
The crowd, many of whom have been fans of the actress for more than ten years, responded well to her remarks. Her attendance at TANA 2025 acted as a reminder of the deep emotional connection that exists between telugu cinema and its viewers around the world. Samantha's statements demonstrated how deeply appreciative she is of the telugu community.