In a surprise announcement that delighted fans, popular South Indian actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu entered into matrimony for the second time on Monday, December 1, 2025. The groom is acclaimed filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, with whom she had been linked romantically for some time following her divorce from actor Naga Chaitanya.
An Intimate Ceremony at a Spiritual Hub
The couple exchanged vows in a simple and private ceremony at the Ling Bhairavi Temple inside the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore. According to a source speaking to Hindustan Times, the wedding took place early in the morning with only about 30 guests in attendance, keeping the affair intimate.
For the traditional rites, Samantha looked radiant in a red saree, while Raj Nidimoru complemented her in a white kurta paired with a beige Nehru jacket. The setting at spiritual leader Sadhguru's ashram added a serene and sacred touch to their union.
Who is Samantha's Husband, Raj Nidimoru?
Raj Nidimoru is a celebrated name in Indian cinema, best known as one-half of the dynamic director-duo Raj & DK alongside his long-time collaborator Krishna D.K. Together, they have founded D2R Films and are renowned for creating critically and commercially successful content for both OTT platforms and theatrical releases.
An engineer by education from Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, Raj studied further in the US before embarking on his filmmaking journey. The creative partnership of Raj & DK has given audiences hits like:
- The spy thriller series The Family Man (Samantha starred in Season 2)
- The heist drama Farzi
- The noir comedy Guns and Gulaabs
- Films such as Shor in the City, Go Goa Gone, and A Gentleman
Their most recent project is the highly anticipated The Family Man Season 3, starring Manoj Bajpayee.
Making it Official on Social Media
The couple made their marriage public by sharing a series of beautiful pictures from their wedding day on Samantha's official Instagram account. Her caption was succinct yet telling: "01.12.2025" accompanied by white heart emojis.
The photos offered a glimpse into the heartfelt ceremony. One image showed Raj slipping a ring onto Samantha's finger in front of the temple deity. Another captured a tender moment of the newlyweds embracing, also showcasing Samantha's impressive engagement ring. Further pictures depicted the couple participating in traditional rituals like the aarti and seeking blessings, culminating in a final shot of them walking through a flower-adorned doorway, symbolizing the start of their new life together.
The news has sparked a wave of congratulations across social media, with fans and colleagues from the film industry flooding the couple's posts with warm wishes and messages of happiness for their future.
