Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu found a refreshingly playful way to thank her fans after the teaser of her upcoming film Maa Inti Bangaaram received an overwhelming response online.

Soon after the teaser dropped and praise began pouring in, Samantha took to Instagram with a light-hearted post that instantly grabbed attention. Instead of a lengthy note, she shared a goofy selfie with crossed eyes and a deliberately silly expression, followed by an image of a grinning chimpanzee. Captioning the post, she wrote, “Thank you for all the love 🥹 #MaaIntiBangaaram.” The images perfectly captured her surprise and joy at the audience’s reaction.

Fans shower love in comments

The comment section quickly filled with laughter and affection. Fans responded with emojis, jokes and playful compliments, matching Samantha’s cheerful tone. Messages like “So cute,” “This made my day,” and strings of laughing emojis dominated the reactions, turning the post into a celebration of sorts.

A fierce avatar in the teaser

Maa Inti Bangaaram marks the second film produced by Samantha, and the teaser has already set expectations high. The 1-minute-45-second preview shows her in a bold, action-heavy role, featuring intense sequences where she is seen leaping, fighting and dodging bullets. The teaser blends raw intensity with brief lighter moments, hinting at a layered narrative led by a strong female protagonist.

Sharing the teaser earlier, Samantha described the project as “bold and unapologetic,” underlining the film’s confident tone.

Samantha on the story

Directed by Nandini Reddy, the film marks her second collaboration with Samantha after Oh! Baby. According to ANI, Samantha said the story explores a woman whose strength lies equally in her vulnerability and courage, calling the journey as both actor and producer deeply fulfilling.

With its strong teaser and Samantha’s relatable online presence, Maa Inti Bangaaram has firmly captured public attention.