Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, one of South India’s most celebrated stars, has once again made headlines, this time for her alleged relationship with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, the creative mind behind The Family Man. While neither Samantha nor Raj has confirmed or denied the relationship, the actress’s latest social media post has set the internet buzzing with speculation. Samantha recently attended the launch event of her perfume brand, where she was seen posing closely with Raj Nidimoru.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu
Samantha Ruth Prabhu At Perfume Brand Launch
In one of the now-viral photos, Samantha can be seen hugging Raj, with her arms wrapped around his neck, while Raj has his arm around her waist. The two appeared extremely comfortable and happy in each other’s company. In another photo from the same event, Samantha is seen posing with friends, including actress Tamannaah Bhatia, with Raj standing right behind her. The photos quickly spread across social media, and fans couldn’t help but notice the apparent chemistry between the two.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu
The actress captioned her post, “Surrounded by friends and family. Over the past year and a half, I’ve taken some of the boldest steps in my career—taking risks, believing in myself, and learning as I go. Today, I’m celebrating small victories.” Fans were quick to interpret the affectionate photos and heartfelt caption as hints of a blossoming romance between Samantha and Raj.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu
Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru’s bond reportedly grew stronger after they collaborated on The Family Man 2, where Samantha played the powerful role of Raji, a Sri Lankan rebel operative. Their professional chemistry continued into Citadel: Honey Bunny, another ambitious project under Raj and DK’s banner. Speculation about their relationship first surfaced a few months ago when Samantha began frequently posting pictures with Raj on Instagram.