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A video featuring Samantha Ruth Prabhu and filmmaker Raj Nidimoru laughing together during a pickleball match has gone viral on social media. The two got married in December 2025.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu, earlier known as Samantha Akkineni was born on April 28, 1987. She works mainly in Telugu and Tamil film industries. Her father Joseph, a Telugu and her mother, Ninette Prabhu, is a Malayali. She was brought up in Chennai’s Pallavaram area. She is the youngest child of the family, with two elder brothers Jonathan and David.
Her acting debut came in Gautham Vasudev Menon's Telugu romance film, Ye Maaya Chesave (2010), for which she won a Filmfare Award for Best Debut Actress and a Nandi Award.
She followed it up by appearing in the music video for the World Classical Tamil Conference 2010 promotional song, Semmozhiyaana Thamizh Mozhiyaam, which was directed by Menon directed composed by AR Rahman.
Samantha is also the actress ever to win both the Filmfare Award for Best Actress-Tamil and the Filmfare Award for Best Actress-Telugu in the same year, for her performances in the films Neethaane En Ponvasantham (2012) and Eega (2012).
In 2014, Samantha appeared in six films and returned to the Tamil industry. Her first release saw Samantha portray a dual role in the family drama film Manam. She also acted in Telugu films, Autonagar Surya, Alludu Seenu and Rabhasa in 2014.
Her Tamil film Anjaan, opposite Suriya, received negative reviews and performed poorly at the box office. Her other release, AR Murugadoss's action drama Kaththi, opposite Vijay, became the most profitable Tamil film of 2014.
In 2021, she performed her first dance number in Pushpa: The Rise alongside Allu Arjun in the song “Oo Antava Oo Oo Antava.” Her first 2022 film, Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal received mixed reviews.
Samantha married actor Naga Chaitanya in 2017, who announced their separation in October 2021.
A video featuring Samantha Ruth Prabhu and filmmaker Raj Nidimoru laughing together during a pickleball match has gone viral on social media. The two got married in December 2025.
Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu expressed her happiness after attending the At-Home Reception hosted by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Republic Day. She shared some pictures with a heartfelt caption on Instagram.
The 2016 action drama Theri, starring Vijay, is set for a theatrical re-release on January 23, coinciding with the re-release of Ajith Kumar's Mankatha.
Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu celebrated Makar Sankranti with her husband Raj Nidimoru for the first time. She shared a goofy picture on the occasion.
Chitrangda Singh has raised concerns over celebrity safety at public events, recalling a scary mobbing incident she experienced with John Abraham during a film promotion.
The teaser trailer for Maa Inti Bangaaram, starring Samantha Ruth Prabhu, was released on Friday. It offered a glimpse into a film that explores strength, vulnerability and family bonds.
Expect big-time streaming entertainment as ‘Gullak’ and ‘Kohrra’ get new seasons, YRF its third web series and Netflix marks its 10th anniversary in India
Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s intense new poster hints at a quirky, action-led Telugu film, with the actor performing her own stunts in Maa Inti Bangaaram. The film, directed by Nandini Reddy, is created by her husband and filmmaker, Raj Nidimoru.
Samantha and Raj Nidimoru have been seen exploring Lisbon and other Portuguese sites, sharing moments from their honeymoon. The couple's photos have attracted warm wishes from fans and colleagues.
The opposition launched an attack on the Congress government after Samantha Ruth Prabhu was briefly mobbed by fans in Hyderabad, blaming police failure and holding Revanth Reddy accountable for law and order.
Actor Gulshan Devaiah, who is set to make his Telugu debut with Maa Inti Bangaram, shared that he was unaware of Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru’s wedding while shooting the film.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu arrived in Mumbai, where filmmaker Raj Nidimoru picked her up following a recent incident in Hyderabad where she was mobbed by fans during a public appearance.
Singer Chinmayi Sripada reacted strongly after Samantha Ruth Prabhu was mobbed at a Hyderabad event. The incident highlighted the urgent need for improved crowd management and celebrity safety measures.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu was mobbed by a large crowd during a work-related outing in Hyderabad, days after a similar incident involving Nidhhi Agerwal, with videos of the chaos going viral online.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu has joined the growing chorus of praise for Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar. She has commended Ranveer Singh’s performance and the film’s ensemble cast as the spy thriller continues its strong box office run.
Filmmaker Raj Nidimoru made a notable public appearance at The Family Man 3 success party in Mumbai, where members of the media offered their congratulations and greetings on his recent wedding with Samantha Ruth Prabhu.
Fresh images from Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru's wedding events in Coimbatore emerge online as friends and family share heartfelt posts.
Actor Samantha’s playful social media caption about becoming Raj Nidimoru’s problem after their wedding has drawn attention, with friends and family joining in to share joyful moments from the ceremony.
Shhyamali De broke her silence with a note three days after ex-husband Raj Nidimoru married Samantha at the Isha Yoga Center. She thanked well-wishers and firmly said she wasn't seeking drama or attention.
Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu married filmmaker Raj Nidimoru in a close-knit ceremony at Coimbatore's Isha Yoga Centre. Their wedding, featuring traditional rituals and minimalistic elegance, has been the talk of the town for the past two days.
This news report highlights the growing concern of celebrities being mobbed by unruly fans, with the latest incident involving superstar Allu Arjun. The actor and his wife, Sneha Reddy, were swarmed by a massive crowd at Hyderabad’s Cafe Niloufer, forcing security to intervene. The bulletin notes that such episodes have 'become increasingly common,' citing recent instances involving Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Nidhhi Agerwal in Hyderabad, as well as actor-turned-politician Thalapathy Vijay at the Chennai airport. The report details how these stars faced tense ordeals, with security struggling to contain surging crowds, raising serious questions about safety protocols for public figures.
In a concerning trend of celebrity mobbing in South India, superstar Allu Arjun and his wife Sneha Reddy were swarmed by fans at Hyderabad's Cafe Niloufer. India Today's Abdul Bashir reports that the crowd surged as the couple tried to leave, overwhelming security. This incident follows similar safety scares involving actresses Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Nidhi Agarwal in Hyderabad, and actor Vijay at Chennai airport in December 2025. The report highlights growing concerns over crowd control, noting that police previously booked event managers for the chaos at Lulu Mall involving Nidhi Agarwal.
In this news report, an Unidentified speaker highlights the chaotic scene at Chennai airport where actor Thalapathy Vijay was mobbed upon his return from Malaysia. The report details how the actor, who had just attended the audio launch of his film 'Jana Nayagan', tripped and fell due to the overwhelming crowd. The speaker criticizes the 'rampant mob culture' in India, drawing parallels to recent similar incidents involving actors Nidhi Agarwal and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The segment questions the entitlement of fans and the lack of personal space for public figures, noting that such behavior is often 'normalized' or 'romanticized'.
In this episode of Super 6, the focus is on the race to woo the Christian vote ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections next year.
Tollywood actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu was mobbed by fans during a store inauguration in Hyderabad.
Disturbing incidents in Hyderabad involving actors Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Nidhi Agarwal, who were mobbed by fans, have ignited a debate on celebrity safety. An opposition BRS party leader criticised the government, stating, 'I clearly Term it as an incompetence of the police as well as the government.' Viral videos show Samantha struggling to reach her vehicle through an uncontrollable crowd. These events have led to sharp online reactions and political sparring, with the opposition BRS and BJP criticising the current Congress government's handling of law and order. The BJP has called for a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for events featuring celebrities to prevent such chaotic situations and ensure the safety of public figures.
On this episode of So South, India Today's Pramod Madhav brings the latest updates from across South India. The bulletin highlights a 'shocking incident' in Kerala's Palakkad district where a migrant labourer, Ram Narayan, was mob lynched. Reporter Shibi Mol confirms that 'five people have been arrested' and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has promised strict action. In Hyderabad, Abdul Bashir reports that actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu was 'briefly mobbed' by fans at a store launch, raising safety concerns. The show also covers political tensions in Andhra Pradesh, where Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan warned YSRCP leaders of 'Yogi Adityanath-like government action'. Additionally, the programme tracks the leadership tussle in Karnataka involving CM Siddaramaiah and the 'Karthikeya Deepam row' in Tamil Nadu involving TVK leader Vijay.
In this report, India Today's Abdul Bashir details the chaotic scenes in Hyderabad where actresses Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Nidhi Agarwal were mobbed by unruly crowds. Samantha was surrounded by fans during a store launch in Jubilee Hills on December 21, while Nidhi faced a similar ordeal at Lulu Mall on December 18. Bashir highlights the 'complete chaos' and security lapses, noting that police have booked the Lulu Mall management. The report raises serious questions about celebrity safety in public spaces. Visuals show Samantha struggling to reach her vehicle despite security cover, while Nidhi was manhandled. The segment also references past incidents involving Janhvi Kapoor and others, underscoring a growing pattern of crowd mismanagement at promotional events.
Serious questions about celebrity safety are being raised after actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu was mobbed by fans at an event. This disturbing incident comes just days after actress Nidhi Agarwal faced a similar situation at a promotional event in Hyderabad. Viral videos show Samantha Ruth Prabhu struggling to make her way through an uncontrollable crowd as her security team attempted to escort her to her vehicle. Despite the chaos and the intense surge of people making it nearly impossible to walk, Samantha remained calm and composed. The incident has sparked a sharp reaction online, with many questioning why basic boundaries for public figures continue to be ignored, prompting a wider conversation on fan behaviour and event security.
Raj’s ex-wife Shhyamali De shared cryptic Instagram stories requesting privacy, while the newlyweds quietly settle into married life.
Amid political drama in Karnataka, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar will meet tomorrow for a second breakfast meeting to project unity amidst a leadership tussle.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu was seen at Mumbai airport on Saturday afternoon.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu was clicked while she was leaving Krome Studios in Bandra, Mumbai. The actor made a stylish appearance and even flashed her million-dollar smile while posing for the paparazzi.
Actor Kasthuri Shankar criticised Telangana minister Konda Surekha for her malicious comments against Nagarjuna, Naga Chaitanya and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. She also stated that Surekha should be sacked from the Congress party.
Samantha took to social media to share that she has been diagnosed with an autoimmune condition, Myositis. She also shared how she has had 'good and bad days' while recovering from the condition. Here's all you need to know about Myositis.