Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s Gym Trainer Praises Her Grit and Determination During Citadel Prep

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is poised to make a notable return with her upcoming project, Citadel: Honey Bunny, her first release following a myositis diagnosis. The thriller series, co-starring Varun Dhawan, has already captivated fans with its teaser. Recently, details about Samantha’s rigorous preparation for the role were shared by her gym trainer, Junaid Shaikh.

In an Instagram post, Junaid Shaikh expressed his admiration for Samantha’s dedication and resilience. He shared a behind-the-scenes photo of her on the Citadel set, seemingly engaged in an action scene.

Junaid’s heartfelt caption highlighted the numerous challenges Samantha faced, including injuries and concussions. He wrote, “I remember you falling, breaking, gathering yourself, and starting over again. Those injuries, concussions, endless battles with health and mind—you’ve conquered them all.”

Shaikh further lauded Samantha’s unyielding spirit, noting her belief that the difficult times would pass. He added, “I remember you believed this shall pass too and it will get easier, and so it did.”

Samantha’s resilience has long been admired by fans, exemplified during the teaser launch event for Citadel: Honey Bunny, where she spoke about her determination to persevere through tough situations.