Samantha Moves On After Citadel: Honey Bunny Fails to Click with Audiences

Samantha was last seen in the 2023 romantic drama Kushi and the high-profile web series Citadel: Honey Bunny. While the actress had pinned high hopes on the success of the web series, it failed to make a lasting impression on audiences despite being backed by acclaimed creators Raj and DK—known for hits like The Family Man.

Although early plans hinted at a second season, the latest buzz suggests that Prime Video has pulled the plug on the series. Reports indicate that the lukewarm reception and declining interest in long-form content contributed to the decision. Even co-star Varun Dhawan was reportedly unhappy with the final outcome.

Samantha had gone all-in for the project—performing intense action sequences and traveling extensively for shoots and promotions. However, Citadel struggled to connect due to its slow pacing and lack of emotional depth, leaving both viewers and creators disappointed.

With the web series format itself losing steam among audiences, only the strongest content seems to sustain attention today. Despite the setback, Samantha is said to be actively reading new scripts and is expected to make a powerful comeback in Tollywood soon.