Will Samantha and Naga Chaitanya share the screen again?

They were once a beloved pair, both on and off screen. Though they’ve gone their separate ways, fans still remember their bond and quietly hope to see them together again

Hyderabad: As the re-release trend continues to grip Tollywood, Ye Maaya Chesave, the romantic classic from 2010, is all set to hit theatres again on July 18, 2025. Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, the film starring Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya has a special place in Telugu cinema and in the hearts of fans.

Originally released on February 26, 2010, the film won hearts with its soulful storytelling, memorable dialogues, and timeless songs. The characters Jessie and Karthik became iconic, and the movie marked the debut of Samantha, who went on to become one of Indian cinema’s most beloved stars. For Naga Chaitanya, it was a milestone that helped him step out of his father Akkineni Nagarjuna’s shadow and carve a name for himself.

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The announcement of the re-release has sparked excitement among fans, not just for the chance to watch the love story unfold again, but also to see if the lead pair, who were once a real-life couple, will come together for promotions.

While other re-releases like Andala Rakshasi saw active promotions by the original cast, it remains to be seen if Samantha and Naga Chaitanya will follow the trend. Since their divorce, the two have never appeared together, not even for events like the re-release of Manam or Akhil Akkineni’s recent wedding, despite Samantha’s close bond with him.

With Ye Maaya Chesave being the beginning of both her career and their love story, fans are hopeful that Samantha might make an appearance at the special screening. Whether the former couple will reunite on screen for promotions, remains one of the most talked-about questions ahead of the film’s re-release.