Samantha Ruth Prabhu Fuels Dating Speculation After Cozy Photos with Filmmaker Raj Nidimoru Surface

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is again in the news, this time not just for her fashion statements during her US trip but also for speculation surrounding her relationship with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru. The actress recently shared a series of photos from her visit to Detroit, Michigan, where she attended the Telugu Association of North America (TANA) 2025 event. Fans quickly noticed Nidimoru's recurring presence in the images, fueling relationship rumors.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru captured in a candid moment during their Detroit trip.

The first photo shows Raj Nidimoru walking hand-in-hand with Samantha, his arm around her as they both smile. This candid snapshot, taken against the backdrop of Detroit streets, sparked speculation among fans, with many wondering if the pair were making their relationship public.

Further fueling the rumors, another photo shows Samantha and Raj seated next to each other at a restaurant, enjoying a meal with friends. Their relaxed and comfortable demeanor, coupled with Samantha's bright smile, led many to interpret it as a sign of their closeness.

Samantha also shared solo photos, including one where she is seen in a golden outfit by designer Kresha Bajaj and another casual shot in a café, wearing a black tee and cream trousers. The final photo shows Samantha in bed with her pet dog, radiating calm.

The actress simply captioned the series: “Detroit ♥️🧿”. The post triggered strong reactions online. One fan commented, “So babyyyy is it official????😭😭❤️ I’m soo soo happy for you Sam,” while another wrote, “Finally found your love ❤️ Happy for you!”

While neither Samantha nor Raj Nidimoru has officially confirmed any relationship, a source close to the duo has spoken about the rumors. The source stated, “What his former wife has to say has nothing to do with Raj and Samantha. She is formally separated from him. In fact, Samantha would never start a relationship with a married man. She got into a relationship with Raj two years ago, when he had separated from his wife and was living alone.”

The source also refuted claims that Raj has children with his ex-wife, Shhyamali De, stating, “This is a fabrication. Raj has no children from his former wife.”

Frequent Collaborations Spark Romance?

The rumors of Samantha and Raj's relationship have been circulating for some time, fueled by their frequent professional collaborations. The actress made her OTT debut in Raj & DK’s acclaimed spy-thriller The Family Man 2, and later reunited with them for Citadel: Honey Bunny opposite Varun Dhawan.

Looking ahead, Samantha is set to star in Rakt Bramhand, a new series backed by Raj & DK, with Aditya Roy Kapur also attached to the project. Raj Nidimoru is one of the creators and producers.

Although fans are eagerly awaiting confirmation, insiders suggest that Samantha intends to keep her personal life private, with the source adding, “She doesn’t intend to speak about it.”