Shaakuntalam Garners Positive First Reviews: Samantha Ruth Prabhu Impresses Audiences as Shakuntala
The makers of Shaakuntalam arranged special premier shows for selected audiences, journalists and critics, and it looks like the film has managed to impress the viewers.
Anushka Sharma | Published On: Apr, 12, 2023 | 12:35 PM

Shaakuntalam, the highly anticipated mythological film starring Samantha Ruth Prabhu, is all set to release on April 14. The makers arranged special premier shows for selected audiences, journalists and critics, and it looks like the film has managed to impress the viewers.
Samantha’s portrayal of Shakuntala is being hailed as outstanding, with audiences praising her performance in emotional scenes and romantic sequences. Allu Arha, who makes her debut with the film, has also been praised for her screen presence and dialogues. Dev Mohan, who plays Dushyant, has caught the audience’s attention with his first acting stint.
Cannot wait for everyone to love #Shaakuntalam from the 14th🤍
We have done our very best.. #Shaakuntalam will soon be yours🙏🙇♀️#ShaakuntalamOnApril14 https://t.co/M3rpU4jI2o— Samantha (@Samanthaprabhu2) April 11, 2023
The Hollywood-level filming and direction by Gunasekhar have also been lauded by the audiences. While the first reviews are promising, it remains to be seen if the theatrical release will receive the same reception.
Samantha expressed her excitement over the positive reviews and stated that she can’t wait for the audience to watch the film in theatres.
Standing ovation for @Samanthaprabhu2 for this MAHAL scene 👏
I never imagined Sam will do a cake walk for a character like this in #Shaakuntalam 💥The way she expressed Shakuntala's pain made my heart heavy i got tears😭
Kudos #Samantha you proved you are born for Acting 🙏 pic.twitter.com/nMiT40d56l
— SamAnu🦋 (@SamzCraziestFan) April 11, 2023
Standing ovation for @Samanthaprabhu2 for this MAHAL scene 👏
I never imagined Sam will do a cake walk for a character like this in #Shaakuntalam 💥The way she expressed Shakuntala's pain made my heart heavy i got tears😭
Kudos #Samantha you proved you are born for Acting 🙏 pic.twitter.com/nMiT40d56l
— SamAnu🦋 (@SamzCraziestFan) April 11, 2023
The response is AMAZING for the Special Premiere of #Shaakuntalam at Prasads IMAX, Hyd 🤍💫#ShaakuntalamOnApril14 in cinemas near you.
🎟️ https://t.co/Gxt8S8nE8F@Gunasekhar1 @Samanthaprabhu2 @ActorDevMohan #ManiSharma @neelima_guna @GunaaTeamworks @SVC_official @tipsofficial pic.twitter.com/FOAXzrtCFF— Gunaa Teamworks (@GunaaTeamworks) April 11, 2023