Chennai: Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu has officially married filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, confirming days of speculation with a series of photographs shared on social media. The couple tied the knot early Monday morning in a quiet ceremony at the Ling Bhairavi Temple, located within the Isha Yoga Centre. Only a limited group of close relatives and friends were in attendance.
Samantha posted the first glimpse of their wedding on Instagram, where she appeared in a traditional red saree with intricate zari detailing. The look was paired with gold jewellery, highlighting a classic South Indian bridal style. Raj Nidimoru chose a white kurta teamed with a beige Nehru jacket for the occasion.
Among the photos, Samantha also showcased her wedding ring, which drew widespread attention for its statement design. According to jeweller Abhilasha Bhandari, the ring features a portrait‑cut diamond, known historically for its flat profile and broad surface. The design was once used in Mughal jewellery to encase miniature royal portraits, which inspired its name.
Ceremony Kept Deliberately Low‑Key
Sources quoted in media reports indicated that the wedding was planned as a private and spiritual affair, with approximately 30 guests present. The couple exchanged rings before completing the wedding rituals at the temple.
The photographs sparked immediate excitement across social media platforms, marking the first official confirmation of the couple’s relationship status.
Wishes From Film Fraternity
Several colleagues from the film industry extended warm congratulations.
Actor Hansika Motwani left a simple “Congratulations” under Samantha’s post, while Dia Mirza responded with heart emojis.
Upasana Kamineni Konidela, wife of Ram Charan, celebrated the news saying, “So happy — best best news ever!”
Fans too responded with enthusiasm, flooding the comments section with blessings, praise for the bridal look, and joy over the couple’s announcement. One fan wrote, “Wishing you both a life full of love and happiness.” Another commented, “Finally! Waiting for this post was worth it!”
Relationship Timeline
Rumours linking Samantha and Raj emerged in early 2024 after the two were spotted together at several events. Their connection grew stronger during multiple collaborations — including The Family Man 2 (2021) and the espionage series Citadel: Honey Bunny (2024). They are also set to work together on the upcoming project Rakt Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom.
Samantha was earlier married to actor Naga Chaitanya, with the couple announcing their separation in 2021. Raj Nidimoru was previously married to Shhyamali De, with news of their split circulating in 2022.
A New Chapter
Though neither Samantha nor Raj has issued a formal statement about their personal journeys, the wedding photographs reflect an atmosphere of celebration and a significant new beginning for both.
With congratulatory messages continuing to pour in and fans celebrating the news online, the couple’s intimate temple ceremony has already become one of the most talked‑about entertainment events of the week.
