By NewsOrbit Desk
Long before “bold” became a hashtag and every outfit went viral in 30 seconds, there were stars who effortlessly owned the screen with sheer presence. And if you were watching South Indian TV or cinema in the 2010s, chances are you couldn’t take your eyes off Shamna Kasim — or Poorna, as Telugu fans fondly call her.
She didn’t just act. She unleashed.
Today, we’re turning the clock back and revisiting some of Shamna’s hottest on-screen moments — the kind that made audiences skip a heartbeat and left co-stars struggling to match that fire. But there’s more — because in today’s OTT era, there’s another name carrying that same torch of dusky glamour and quiet seduction: Wamiqa Gabbi. And the similarities are almost too perfect to ignore.
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Draped to Mesmerize
Let’s start with the obvious: the saree moments. Shamna had this way of turning a simple six yards into something absolutely smoldering. Think slow-mo walks in rain-drenched scenes, silk clinging just right, eyes speaking more than the script ever could. She wasn’t loud or over-the-top. Her sensuality was all in the details — a glance, a smirk, a flick of the wet hair.
She made sarees sexy, without even trying.
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It’s a vibe that feels oddly familiar today in Wamiqa Gabbi’s world — only now it’s sleeveless cholis, smoky lighting, and soft silks floating through OTT screens. Just like Shamna back then, Wamiqa brings heat without effort, emotion with every curve, and grace to every bold frame.
The Dark Diva in Thrillers
If you ever watched Avunu or Raju Gari Gadhi, you know Shamna could take “hot” and make it haunting. Whether she was playing a possessed woman or someone with a mysterious past, there was always this underlying sensual tension in her characters. You didn’t know whether to fear her or fall for her — sometimes both.
Wamiqa, too, treads that exact same edge in series like Charlie Chopra and Jubilee. There’s always a layer of mystery, depth, and that lingering allure that keeps the camera — and viewers — locked in. It’s no surprise that people often confuse the two. From their almond-shaped eyes to that dusky glow and poised body language, the visual resemblance between Shamna and Wamiqa is uncanny — and online fan forums have certainly noticed.
Reality Show Stunner vs OTT Queen
Away from the dark sets and eerie storylines, Shamna also lit up the stage with her dance performances on television. Be it classical fusion or a full-blown glamour number, she had this electric stage presence — fierce, graceful, and unapologetically sexy.
Wamiqa, on the other hand, has leaned fully into digital storytelling — but the sensuality still burns bright. Her deep-toned voice, backless blouses, and bold characters feel like a natural evolution of the path Shamna helped carve out years ago.
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Beauty That Broke the Mold
At a time when “fair and lovely” ruled casting choices, Shamna stood tall as a dusky diva, never once trying to tone down her look or conform. That rich skin tone, those sharp features, and her bold confidence became her signature. She redefined what beauty meant — and fans loved her for it.
Wamiqa’s doing the same today. In a landscape still adjusting to inclusive beauty, she’s proudly herself — no filters, no unnecessary glam, just pure, unfiltered presence. Together, they remind us that dusky isn’t “different” — it’s divine.
Still a Vibe
Even though she’s kept things low-key in recent years, every rare post or public appearance from Shamna still sends waves across her fan base. There’s something timeless about her appeal. She’s not chasing trends. She was the trend — and honestly, she still is.
Wamiqa may be leading the charge now, but in many ways, she’s walking a path that Shamna helped illuminate — bold, brown, beautiful, and completely unforgettable.
Some stars fade with time. Shamna — and now Wamiqa — they linger. Like perfume in the air. Like a scene that won’t leave your mind.
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