Samantha Ruth Prabhu visits Tirupati with Raj Nidimoru. Techie-director's education qualifications will impress you

Renowned actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu is all set to explore a new chapter in her cinematic career—this time, behind the camera. She is turning producer with her debut project, Shubham, a much-anticipated film slated to hit theatres on May 9. As anticipation builds around its release, Samantha was recently spotted at the sacred Tirumala Venkateshwara Temple in Tirupati. Her visit, which took place on a serene Saturday morning, was reportedly to seek divine blessings ahead of her movie's premiere.

Interestingly, she wasn’t alone on this spiritual visit. Samantha was accompanied by filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, sparking a wave of online buzz and rumors regarding their relationship. Their joint appearance outside the temple premises immediately caught the attention of fans and paparazzi alike.

Traditional Look, Spiritual Mood

Samantha chose an elegant, culturally rooted ensemble for the temple visit. She wore a pastel pink salwar kameez that exuded grace and simplicity, leaving her hair loose over her shoulders. In several video clips shared online, she is seen calmly making her way through the crowd alongside other devotees, walking steadily within the temple corridor.


Accompanied by security personnel and Raj Nidimoru, Samantha proceeded toward the inner sanctum of the temple. In another widely circulated clip, she is seen offering prayers with the assistance of a temple priest, appearing composed and spiritually immersed.

Internet Reactions: A Mix of Admiration and Speculation

As soon as the videos surfaced, they went viral—particularly on the gossip-heavy subreddit BollyBlindsGossip. A section of users speculated about the nature of Samantha and Raj’s association, accusing the actress of possibly being involved in a controversial relationship. One comment, referencing Samantha’s past, pointed out the irony of someone who reportedly endured betrayal allegedly repeating similar actions—hinting at her previous marriage to Naga Chaitanya.

Meanwhile, sentiment on Instagram painted a much kinder picture. Admirers applauded her humility and strength, with one user writing, “Pressing the respect button for Sam.”

Who Is Raj Nidimoru?

Raj Nidimoru is one half of the famed director duo Raj & DK. They are known for penning the massively successful horror comedy series 'Stree' and directing critically acclaimed OTT series such as The Family Man and Farzi.

Raj and DK hail from Telugu-speaking families, with Raj being born and raised in Tirupati and DK in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. The duo crossed paths during their college years at SVU College of Engineering, where they both completed their education. Following their graduation, they moved to the United States to build careers in the field of software engineering. The pair made their directorial debut in 2009 with the crime comedy '99'.

Professional Updates

Raj Nidimoru co-directed Citadel: Honey Bunny, a spy thriller series starring Samantha in the lead. However, its second season was unexpectedly shelved recently.

In December 2023, Samantha launched her own production company, Tralala Moving Pictures. According to filmmaker Nandini Reddy, Samantha made headlines at BIFFES by becoming the first Indian actress to ensure equal pay for every cast member in her debut production—setting a new industry benchmark.

Samantha is also busy filming Rakht Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom, a visually rich fantasy drama directed by Raj & DK. In addition, she is part of the highly awaited third season of The Family Man, alongside Manoj Bajpayee and others.