Samantha Ruth Prabhu is gearing up for the release of her upcoming action drama Maa Inti Bangaaram, and as anticipation builds around the film, the actor has also opened up about her personal and professional life in a candid new interview with Vogue. In the conversation, Samantha spoke warmly — and humorously — about her relationship with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, describing them as the “irritating couple” who do absolutely everything together.
Laughing about their dynamic, Samantha shared that she and Raj are inseparable in both work and life. “Raj and I really are that irritating couple that does everything together. We work together, we play together, we work out together with Paridhi. And we love it,” she said. She even joked that if she has to travel alone for a single day, she reacts dramatically, pretending to swoon in distress. Dismissing the idea that their closeness is simply a fleeting honeymoon phase, she added that too much time has passed for it to be that, suggesting that their bond has only grown stronger.
Samantha also credited Raj for positively influencing her craft. Drawing a parallel from Hollywood, she referenced Leonardo DiCaprio and his long-standing collaboration with Martin Scorsese, noting how the actor’s performances have become increasingly layered over time. “I think I’m becoming a better actor because Raj is around,” she said, implying that creative partnerships can deeply shape an artist’s evolution.
The couple first met while working on The Family Man Season 2, where Samantha’s performance received widespread acclaim. Their professional association continued with the Indian adaptation of the American series Citadel: Honey Bunny, further strengthening both their working relationship and personal bond. Over time, their collaborations extended beyond sets and into shared routines and creative discussions.
Rumours about their relationship began circulating in 2024 after they were spotted together at various public events. Reports suggested that the two had even moved in together, though neither publicly confirmed the relationship at the time. However, Samantha frequently featured Raj in her social media posts, which only fueled speculation among fans. Their appearances together, both at professional engagements and private gatherings, gradually made their closeness evident.
The couple eventually formalized their relationship in a Linga Bhairava Vivaha ceremony held at the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore on December 1. The intimate ceremony was attended by close friends and family members. They later announced their wedding through a joint Instagram post, delighting fans and well-wishers across the country.
Before her marriage to Raj, Samantha was married to actor Naga Chaitanya. The two tied the knot in 2017 but announced their separation in 2021 after four years of marriage. Raj, on the other hand, was previously married to Shhyamali De. The couple married in 2015 and are believed to have separated in 2022.
Now, as Samantha prepares for the release of Maa Inti Bangaaram, she appears to be in a fulfilling phase both personally and professionally. With a strong creative partnership and renewed focus on her craft, the actor continues to evolve, balancing her thriving career with a relationship that she describes as deeply supportive and inspiring.