Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s chartbuster Oo Antava from Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna’s 2021 blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise became a nationwide sensation, earning her massive praise for her bold and sizzling performance.

Speaking at the NDTV World Summit 2025, Samantha opened up about why she took on the song, calling it a personal challenge.

“I did Oo Antava to see if I could. It was a challenge that I gave myself,” she said.

The actress explained that she never saw herself in such a glamorous light.

“I never considered myself sexy, and no one was ever going to give me a ‘bold role.’ It was a one-time thing,” she added.

Composed by Devi Sri Prasad with lyrics by Chandrabose, Oo Antava was released in multiple languages.

The hook step featuring Samantha and Allu Arjun went viral, turning

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