Samantha and Raj Nidimoru: Together in private, separate in public

Rumors of actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu dating filmmaker Raj Nidimoru have been making the rounds for some time now, and while neither party has offered a direct confirmation or denial, their frequent appearances together have only added fuel to the speculation. Yet, interestingly, Samantha appears to be making a conscious effort to avoid being photographed with Raj in public—a move that suggests the duo is keeping things under wraps, at least for now.

Samantha and Raj were recently seen together attending religious rituals at the Tirumala temples, a spiritual outing that drew attention not just for its significance but also for who accompanied the actress. And just days ago, the two were spotted arriving in Mumbai, but it’s what happened at the airport that caught the attention of sharp-eyed onlookers.

According to sources, Samantha and Raj landed together, but when it came time to exit the airport, Samantha deliberately stepped out alone, choosing to walk ahead without Raj by her side. He followed five minutes later, walking solo through the arrival gate. It was a clearly orchestrated move—one that spoke volumes without saying a word.

A relationship after divorce

Samantha’s personal life has been under intense media scrutiny ever since her highly publicized separation from actor Naga Chaitanya two years ago. Their divorce made headlines across the country, and Samantha took time off from the spotlight to focus on her health, career, and personal growth.

Raj Nidimoru, one half of the acclaimed Raj & DK directorial duo, is said to have become close to Samantha during the making of “The Family Man 2”, in which she delivered a standout performance as the fierce Raji. Their bond reportedly deepened during the filming of their second collaboration, the spy thriller “Citadel: Honey Bunny”.

Interestingly, Samantha was not publicly seen with Raj until after Naga Chaitanya remarried, a detail that has not gone unnoticed by fans and film industry insiders.

It seems that only after her ex moved on officially did Samantha feel more at ease being seen with Raj, though she continues to draw a clear line when it comes to posing together for the cameras.

A low-profile romance

While celebrity relationships often play out under the blinding lights of the media spotlight, Samantha and Raj appear to be treading cautiously. Whether it’s out of respect for personal boundaries, or simply a desire to protect what they share from public scrutiny, their approach reflects a modern kind of discretion—rare in an era of oversharing.