Samantha Ruth Prabhu is a renowned Indian actress known for her work in Telugu and Tamil cinema. She has delivered several blockbuster films but in October 2022, Samantha candidly shared her struggle with Myositis, an autoimmune condition, on her official Instagram page. She also expressed gratitude for the positive reception of her movie "Yashoda."

In July 2023, Samantha announced her decision to take a break from acting after completing her work in "Kushi" (2023) and "Citadale" to focus on her health. She traveled to the US for Myotisis treatment and explored various destinations around the world.

Recently, Samantha took to Instagram to introduce her new health podcast. Named "TAKE 20," the podcast aims to delve into topics related to health, fitness, and overall well-being. In her announcement, Samantha shared that the first episode of "TAKE 20 With Sam & Alkesh," featuring fitness and wellness coach Alkesh, will be released on February 19.

Accompanying the video announcement on Instagram, Samantha expressed her excitement, stating, "Let’s take 20… to talk about health 🤍 First video out on February 19! #TAKE20 With Sam & Alkesh 🙂." In the video, Samantha emphasized the importance of prioritizing wellness and fitness in everyday life. She described "TAKE 20" as an initiative to provide high-quality content derived from years of research and experience, aimed at helping individuals lead healthier lives.

Samantha introduced Alkesh, highlighting their close collaboration over the past two years. She shared insights gleaned from her own journey with wellness, expressing a desire to make valuable information accessible to everyone. Samantha believes that empowering individuals with knowledge about health and well-being can positively impact their lives.

Fans of Samantha can look forward to engaging and informative discussions on "TAKE 20," as Samantha and Alkesh aim to share valuable insights and practical tips for improving overall wellness.

In her last film, "Kushi" (2023), Samantha played the female lead opposite Vijay Devarakonda. The movie tells the story of a young man who grows up in an atheist household and falls in love with the daughter of his father's arch-rival, a devout Hindu leader. Samantha also completed her role in the highly anticipated TV series "Citadel," where she portrayed the character of Nadia Sinh's (Priyanka Chopra) mother. After completing her commitments, Samantha took a break from the film industry and is now making her comeback with the launch of her health podcast, "Take20."

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