Beloved actress Samantha is making her debut as a producer with the film Subham, produced under her banner Tralala Moving Pictures. The film is directed by Praveen Kandregula, with music composed by Clinton Cerejo and a background score by Vivek Sagar. Subham is scheduled for a worldwide release on May 9. In anticipation of the film’s premiere, Samantha engaged with the media on Tuesday. Here’s what she had to say:
“As an actress, I’ve experienced the tension of a Friday release, but this is my first as a producer, and I feel extremely anxious. Only now do I genuinely comprehend the difficulties producers encounter. Over the past week, I’ve had many sleepless nights. Our post-production, mixing, and editing teams have been working relentlessly. I have developed great admiration for my team. Subham has turned out excellently; it possesses a compelling narrative, and my confidence in this film is substantial.”
“I’ve accomplished a lot in my acting career and have received overwhelming support, but I always yearned for something beyond that. During the break I took, I reflected quite a bit. I wasn’t able to accept acting roles at that time and wasn’t certain about returning to the film industry. That’s when I considered the idea of producing. I thought, if acting isn’t an option, I can still create films. Having been in the industry for nearly 15 years, I felt it was the appropriate moment to launch a production house. We started working on the film quietly, without fanfare, and completed it in eight months. Now, we’re excited to share it with the audience.”
“There’s a specific reason we chose the title Subham. The story heavily involves a TV show, and in that show, everyone eagerly anticipates the final ‘Subham’ card, which is the traditional conclusion displayed in Indian television series. That’s how we came to select that title. As for the name ‘Tralala’ for my production house, it’s derived from a childhood rhyme titled ‘Tralala – Brown Girl in the Rain.’ That’s how the name originated.”
“Director Gautham Menon offered me my first break. At the time, he could have cast any established actress, yet he took a chance on a newcomer like me. Now, as a producer, I aspire to mirror his intentions and support emerging talent.”
“Many aspiring individuals enter the film industry with ambition. In this film, actors Shreya, Shravani, and Shalini put forth tremendous effort. Observing them took me back to my early days.”
“As an actor, I never fully grasped the producer’s challenges. If even a single scene doesn’t materialize as intended, the financial and time losses can be significant. I now appreciate the importance of every moment on set.”
“Initially, I wasn’t meant to take on the cameo role in Subham, but I didn’t want to request a favor for my first production. So I took it upon myself. I’ll be promoting the film for another three or four days, after which it will be entirely in the audience’s hands.”
“We allocated exactly what was necessary for Subham. Once audiences see it, they’ll realize nothing was either overspent or underspent. Each story and script comes with its own budget, and we adhered to that.”
“I’m currently involved in a film titled Maa Inti Bangaram. We’re set to resume shooting in June, with more updates to come. I have a wonderful relationship with director Atlee, and we may collaborate on a project in the future.”
“The story of Subham was penned by Vasanth. I hope it creates a lasting impression on the audience. Many women are captivated by TV serials. This film is not merely horror or comedy; it leans more toward social satire. The audience can decide whether it delivers a meaningful message.”
“I am my own harshest critic and am well aware of where I’ve faltered in a film. For Subham, I dedicated considerable effort in the editing room to ensure the film remains engaging—ensuring it flows seamlessly from the opening scene to the closing credits.”
“I always follow my instincts. I may not be a savvy businesswoman, nor do I possess extensive knowledge concerning the financial aspects of filmmaking, but I produced this film because I wholeheartedly believed in it. I can assert with confidence that Subham will meet expectations.”
“I was astonished to discover that a fan constructed a temple for me. I couldn’t believe someone felt such deep affection for me. While I am touched, I cannot endorse such actions—building temples or praying to me is something I do not support.”
“Subham has a perfect release date of May 9, right in the heart of summer vacation. It’s a film that families can enjoy together. We were fortunate to secure this date. Clinton Cerejo’s music evokes nostalgia, taking viewers back, while Vivek Sagar’s background score is sure to leave a strong impact. I sincerely hope everyone watches Subham in theaters and helps us achieve success.”
We wish Samantha and Subham a huge success!
