Samantha Marries Filmmaker Raj Nidimoru in a Private Temple Ceremony
December 1, 2025 Published by rajeshe092eb6a68
The rumours that dominated social media over the past 24 hours have now been put to rest — actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu and filmmaker Raj Nidimoru are officially married. The couple tied the knot early this morning, December 1, 2025, in an intimate and deeply private ceremony held at the Linga Bhairavi Temple inside the Isha Yoga Center, Coimbatore.
The ceremony was attended by only a small circle of close family members and friends. Despite the heightened secrecy, Samantha shared a series of traditional and serene pictures from the event on Instagram, captioned simply “01.12.2025.” Dressed in a classic red saree, she looked elegant and radiant, while Raj opted for a simple kurta ensemble. The photos captured their ring exchange, special pooja rituals, and the couple walking hand in hand as they stepped out of the temple premises — moments that quickly went viral online.
Soon after the images surfaced, several celebrities including Upasana Konidela, Parvathy Thiruvothu, Paayal Rajput, Ruhani Sharma and others extended heartfelt wishes to the newly married couple.
Speculation Fueled by Raj’s Ex-Wife
The rumour wave leading up to today’s confirmation began when Raj Nidimoru’s ex-wife, Shhyamali De, posted a cryptic message on Instagram reading: “Desperate people do desperate things.” The statement surprised many and sparked widespread speculation, with fans suspecting that something significant was happening behind the scenes. Today’s wedding announcement has only intensified those conversations.
Raj and Shhyamali ended their marriage in 2022 after several years together. Samantha, meanwhile, was previously married to actor Naga Chaitanya, whom she wed in 2017. The couple officially divorced in 2021.
Adding to the ongoing chatter, various theories had circulated in the past regarding Samantha and Naga Chaitanya’s separation. Chaitanya has since moved on and married actress Sobhita Dhulipala in December 2024.
How Samantha and Raj Connected
Samantha and Raj first met through mutual friends, and their bond strengthened when she worked in The Family Man (Season 2), directed by Raj & DK. Over time, their personal comfort and understanding deepened, and Samantha made their relationship public earlier this year. With today’s ceremony, the couple has now officially entered a new chapter in their lives.
Professional Lives in Full Swing
Despite the personal spotlight, both Samantha and Raj remain actively engaged in their respective careers.
The duo is collaborating on Rakt Bramhand, a Netflix original series currently in production.
Samantha is also busy with Maa Inti Bangaram, her second production venture, directed by Nandini Reddy.
As two influential names in Indian cinema step forward together, their marriage has naturally captured public and industry attention.
