`Yashoda` star Samantha Ruth Prabhu has joined the cast of Prime Video`s Indian original series within the `Citadel` franchise alongside Varun Dhawan, the streaming platform confirmed Wednesday. The show marks Prabhu`s second outing with the streamer and showrunner duo Raj & DK, who directed her in the second season of their hit spy thriller series `The Family Man`.

Aparna Purohit, head of India Originals, Prime Video, said the team is thrilled to be working with the actor once again. "She made her streaming debut with The Family Man Season Two, on Prime Video, and is one of the most talented artistes in the industry today. We can`t wait for audiences to see her on-screen in a brand new avatar, along with Varun and the incredibly talented ensemble cast we have on board for this series."