Samantha`s Latest Post Reignites Dating Rumours With Raj Nidimoru
Updated on: 15 May, 2025 09:59 AM IST |Amruta Karulkar

Samantha and Raj Nidimoru
Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu`s recent social media activity has sent rumour mills into overdrive, with fans speculating about a romantic relationship with acclaimed filmmaker Raj Nidimoru. A series of intimate and cute selfies shared by Samantha have not only captured attention but also earned the pair a new fan-bestowed nickname: ‘Samraj’.
This isn`t the first time Raj`s supportive presence has been noted. Earlier, a promotional video for "Subham" credited Raj for his involvement throughout the project. One behind-the-scenes click even featured Raj standing beside Samantha as she filmed her cameo in the movie.
In her heartfelt post accompanying the pictures, Samantha wrote, "Thank you for watching, feeling and celebrating #SUBHAM with us! Our very first step—fuelled by heart, madness and the belief that new, fresh stories matter! We are @tralalamovingpictures. And with Subham, the journey has begun. What a start (sic)!"
The affectionate tone of the post and the cosy pictures did not go unnoticed by fans. Social media was instantly abuzz with reactions. One user commented, "Samantha with Raj (heart emoji)," while another hopefully wrote, "Confirmation of her love (sic)." A third enthusiastically added, "It`s official—Raj and Sam are in love (sic)." The new moniker for the rumoured couple also emerged, with a fan coining, "Samraj is the new name for you both (sic)." Another comment read, "Welcome to the Nidimoru family."
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According to reports, Raj and Shhyamali married in 2015 and have a daughter. Shhyamali De is a psychology graduate and has an impressive resume, having worked as an assistant director with prominent filmmakers like Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Vishal Bhardwaj. She is also a scriptwriter and has served as a creative consultant for acclaimed films such as "Rang De Basanti", "Omkara", and "Ek Nodir Golpo". In a past interview, Raj mentioned that his wife often assists him with casting for his projects.
Despite the intense speculation, both Samantha and Raj have remained tight-lipped about the nature of their relationship. Professionally, their association has been fruitful. They have previously collaborated on popular projects like "Citadel: Honey Bunny" and "The Family Man." Fans can look forward to seeing their work together again in the upcoming project "Rakt Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom." Meanwhile, Samantha is also celebrating the positive reception and decent box office performance of her debut production, the comedy horror film "Subham."
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Instagram Sparks Speculation
The latest chapter in this unfolding story began on May 14, when Samantha took to her Instagram account. She shared some joyful behind-the-scenes moments from her debut production venture, "Subham", which was released on May 9 and has been garnering positive feedback. Alongside a sweet video of her mother, Ninette Prabhu, reviewing the film, Samantha posted a picture that particularly caught fans` eyes: her resting on Raj’s shoulder during a flight. Another image showed the duo proudly posing in front of the film`s poster wall.This isn`t the first time Raj`s supportive presence has been noted. Earlier, a promotional video for "Subham" credited Raj for his involvement throughout the project. One behind-the-scenes click even featured Raj standing beside Samantha as she filmed her cameo in the movie.
In her heartfelt post accompanying the pictures, Samantha wrote, "Thank you for watching, feeling and celebrating #SUBHAM with us! Our very first step—fuelled by heart, madness and the belief that new, fresh stories matter! We are @tralalamovingpictures. And with Subham, the journey has begun. What a start (sic)!"
The affectionate tone of the post and the cosy pictures did not go unnoticed by fans. Social media was instantly abuzz with reactions. One user commented, "Samantha with Raj (heart emoji)," while another hopefully wrote, "Confirmation of her love (sic)." A third enthusiastically added, "It`s official—Raj and Sam are in love (sic)." The new moniker for the rumoured couple also emerged, with a fan coining, "Samraj is the new name for you both (sic)." Another comment read, "Welcome to the Nidimoru family."
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A Twist in the Tale: Shhyamali De’s Cryptic Post
Adding another layer to the swirling rumours is Raj Nidimoru’s marital status. He is married to Shhyamali De, and her recent Instagram Story has also caught public attention. On the same day Samantha posted the cosy selfie, Shhyamali De shared a positive message about love and blessings. Her post read, “I send blessings and love to everyone who thinks of me, sees me, hears me, hears of me, speaks to me, speaks of me, reads of me, writes of me and meets me today." While she didn`t name anyone, its timing in conjunction with Samantha`s post has led to much discussion.According to reports, Raj and Shhyamali married in 2015 and have a daughter. Shhyamali De is a psychology graduate and has an impressive resume, having worked as an assistant director with prominent filmmakers like Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Vishal Bhardwaj. She is also a scriptwriter and has served as a creative consultant for acclaimed films such as "Rang De Basanti", "Omkara", and "Ek Nodir Golpo". In a past interview, Raj mentioned that his wife often assists him with casting for his projects.
Despite the intense speculation, both Samantha and Raj have remained tight-lipped about the nature of their relationship. Professionally, their association has been fruitful. They have previously collaborated on popular projects like "Citadel: Honey Bunny" and "The Family Man." Fans can look forward to seeing their work together again in the upcoming project "Rakt Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom." Meanwhile, Samantha is also celebrating the positive reception and decent box office performance of her debut production, the comedy horror film "Subham."
Also Read: Samantha`s Tirupati Temple Visit with Raj Nidimoru Sparks Buzz Online
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