- By Swati Singh
- Tue, 08 Oct 2024 11:49 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Alia Bhatt is currently gearing up for the release of Jigra which will hit the theatres on October 11, 2024. The team of Jigra held the movie’s pre-release event in Hyderabad which was who’s who of the South film industry. The event was also graced by actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu who got teary-eyed after hearing warm words of praise from Alia Bhatt.
'My Dearest Samantha': Alia Bhatt
Calling Samantha her ‘dearest’, Alia Bhatt said, “Sam, my dearest Samantha… Rightfully so, you are a hero, on and off screen. I have so much admiration for your talent, resilience, and strength. It’s not easy to be a woman in a man’s world. But you have surpassed gender. You stand tall on your two feet, with your talent and strong kicks, as an example for everyone.”
Alia Bhatt expressed her gratitude and admiration for Samantha Ruth Prabhu, revealing that the Kushi actor readily agreed to attend her event upon receiving a text invitation. Alia praised Samantha's willingness to support her, saying it "speaks volumes about the kind of person she is." She further requested renowned director Trivikram to create a film featuring both herself and Samantha, dispelling the common notion that actresses are inherently competitive.
"It's a misconception that actresses compete with each other," Alia emphasised. "I'm thankful to have Samantha, a pan-India superstar, standing alongside me and supporting my film."
Directed by Vasan Bala, Jigra is an intense action thriller that follows Alia Bhatt's character as she embarks on a perilous mission to rescue her brother from prison. Vedang Raina plays the younger sibling in this gripping drama produced by Dharma Productions and Eternal Sunshine Productions.