Samantha Akkineni to Rashmika Mandanna to Shruti Haasan: 9 south actresses and their 'COOL' body tattoos

South Indian actresses are not just talented; they are also one of the most beautiful women in Indian showbiz. Their tattoos have always been a point of discussion, debate and controversy in media and now on social networking sites. Here are 9 popular actresses who flaunt their body tattoos like a pro

Tattoos are 'LIT' and never goes out of fashion. From Hollywood to Bollywood, many actors flaunt their body tattoos. Some ran into controversies, and some were praised for the fascinating symbols printed on their body. Here we take a look at some stunning actresses from the South Indian film industry who have got the inking right!

16 Popular actresses and their tattoos

Samantha Akkineni has three tattoos inked. Back tattoo which is located just below her shoulder reads 'ymc' (YMC). If you guys are wondering what these three letters stand for, so read on. YMC stands for 'Ye Maaya Chesave', it was her debut film directed by Gautham Menon in 2010. 

Wrist tattoo: There are double arrows, which is also called Viking symbols inked on her wrist. This tattoo mean 'create your own reality' and her husband to have a similar on his wrist. She also have a tattoo queen. I mean, why not? She is the queen of the South Indian film industry and her fans too. There is no secret about it. Chay tattoo: Sharing a photo, Samantha said she has a tattoo with her husband Naga Chaitanya's name. 

Trisha has two tattoos on her chest of the Disney character Nemo from Finding Nemo. The other of a small on her hand.

Nayantara had a tattoo of Prabhu Deva’s name on her left arm, the first letter P in English and the rest in Tamil whom she was dating sometime back. According to reports, she got it removed now.

Tamanna Bhatia is seen sporting a temporary tattoo on her right arm in one of her films. 

Amala Paul tattooed a dream catcher on her right leg. This reminds her of Freedom, peace and love for life, things she holds very divine in her life.

The national Crush Rashmika Mandanna is one of the most loved and popular actresses in India. She is all set to enter Bollywood with two big stars, Goodbye with Amitabh Bachchan and Mission Majnu with  Sidharth Malhotra. She has a tattoo on her wrist that reads Irreplaceable. 

Shruti Haasan has five tattoos. She inked the music symbol behind her ear, and also her name inked in Tamil. The actress loves to show off her tattoo and is seen flaunting it.