Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru are officially dating now? After their cozy photos go viral, fans believe so
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Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu has once again reignited speculation about her alleged relationship with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru after sharing a series of intimate vacation photos from the United States. The images, posted on her Instagram account earlier this week, show the two enjoying each other's company in Detroit, Michigan, leading fans to wonder if the duo is finally ready to go public with their relationship.Samantha attended the 2025 edition of the Telugu Association of North America (TANA) and made time to explore Detroit alongside friends — and notably, Raj Nidimoru. In the now-viral photo dump, one picture especially grabbed attention: Raj is seen affectionately wrapping his arm around Samantha as they walk down a Detroit street, both smiling widely. Samantha appears casual in an oversized brown sweatshirt and jeans, while Raj sports a navy jacket and bright sneakers.Another picture captures the two seated next to each other at a dinner table, seemingly relaxed and comfortable in each other's presence. The slideshow also included Samantha in a glamorous outfit by designer Kresha Bajaj, a quiet moment at a cafe, and a cozy shot with her pet dog in bed — all captioned simply as 'Detroit' with a heart emoji and an evil eye.The set of photos sparked a wave of speculation and admiration across social media platforms. Commenters filled her post with questions and congratulatory messages. 'Is it official?' one fan asked, while another wrote, 'Finally found your love… Happy for you!' Others noted the subtle nature of the post, calling it a "soft launch" of her relationship and many even congratulated the rumoured couple.Samantha and Raj Nidimoru have worked together on multiple occasions, including the hit web series The Family Man 2 and the recent Amazon Prime project Citadel: Honey Bunny. Their professional rapport appears to have evolved into a personal one over the years. They also co-own the pickleball team 'Chennai Super Champs,' adding another layer to their growing association.According to a report from Deccan Chronicle, the two have been seeing each other for several months and are reportedly 'deeply committed,' although neither has confirmed nor denied the reports. While Raj has kept quiet about his private life, he was earlier married to Shhyamali De, with whom he has a daughter. Samantha, on the other hand, was married to actor Naga Chaitanya. Their marriage ended in 2021.Despite the buzz, both Samantha and Raj have continued to maintain a professional front. Samantha is currently producing her next film Subham under her banner, Tralala Moving Pictures. She has spoken openly about ensuring equal pay and opportunity in her productions. 'I believe in equal skill, equal remuneration, and equal experience,' she recently said about her goals as a producer.Raj Nidimoru, meanwhile, continues his collaboration with director Krishna D.K. on upcoming projects, including the third season of The Family Man.While the couple has not issued any official statements regarding their relationship, their repeated appearances — at events, during trips, and in professional collaborations — have only deepened public interest.
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