Samantha: “They Are Calling Me ‘Second-Hand’ and ‘Used’!”

At one point, Tollywood’s favorite couple was undoubtedly Naga Chaitanya and Samantha. On-screen and off-screen, their chemistry was adored by fans. During an earlier appearance on a talk show hosted by Samantha, Naga Chaitanya openly shared insights about their relationship. Many couples aspired to be like them. However, their sudden divorce shocked everyone. While Chaitanya is set to remarry in December, Samantha’s recent comments on their divorce have gone viral on the internet.

“Second-Hand, Used…”

In a recent interview, Samantha addressed the divorce with actor Naga Chaitanya, shedding light on how society labels women post-divorce. She expressed her disappointment, saying, “Labels like ‘second-hand,’ ‘wasted life,’ and ‘used’ are being attached to divorced women.” Samantha questioned the rationale behind such treatment and highlighted how these judgments deeply hurt not only the woman but also her family. She added that many false stories were spread about her but chose not to dwell on them. Samantha thanked her friends and family who stood by her during tough times.

On Remodeling Her Wedding Gown

Samantha recently made headlines for redesigning her wedding gown, which was once a centerpiece of attention. After the redesign, Akkineni fans criticized her, claiming she did so as a form of revenge, especially since Chaitanya is preparing for his second marriage. Addressing this in her interview, Samantha revealed that the decision was a painful one and clarified that it wasn’t driven by revenge. She explained that she has never hidden any aspect of her life and has worked hard to reach her current state. Samantha concluded by saying she is in a much happier place now.

“Dragging It Further Is Wrong”

Naga Chaitanya also reportedly made comments about their divorce recently. He admitted that the divorce happened unexpectedly. “I have immense respect for that phase of my life. However, dragging it further for headlines is wrong. I joined the industry to entertain through my professional life, not my personal life,” he said. Netizens speculate these remarks were a response to Samantha’s statements. With preparations for his second marriage underway, many believe Chaitanya’s comments were aimed at putting an end to discussions about his divorce. Some also think it was a subtle warning to certain social media and YouTube handles.

Chaitanya’s Wedding To Be Streamed Live on Netflix?

It’s no secret that Naga Chaitanya is set to marry actress Shobhita Dhulipala on December 4 in the presence of family and friends. Reports suggest that the Akkineni family has decided to stream the wedding live on Netflix. This follows the precedent set by Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan, who streamed their wedding on Netflix, reportedly for ₹25 crores. However, Netflix is rumored to be offering ₹50 crores for the exclusive streaming rights to Chaitanya and Shobhita’s wedding, owing to the buzz surrounding the event. An official announcement is expected soon.