Source pinkvilla
MUMBAI — Indian cinema’s beloved star Samantha Ruth Prabhu is gearing up to embrace motherhood. The actress is currently in her first trimester and is expecting her first child with her husband, acclaimed filmmaker Raj Nidimoru. The couple is set to welcome their little one in December 2026.
While the pair has kept their personal lives relatively guarded, sources close to the couple and Samantha’s official spokesperson have confirmed the joyful development. The news comes amid a wave of celebration for the actress, who is also basking in the critical success of her latest Telugu release, Maa Inti Bangaaram.
Rumors Turn to Reality
Speculation regarding a potential pregnancy began circulating after Samantha made a public appearance alongside Raj at a success party for Maa Inti Bangaaram. Videos from the gathering showed a glowing Samantha in a casual white t-shirt and denims, with fans and sharp-eyed netizens quickly noticing what appeared to be a prominent baby bump.
The speculation intensified after a video went viral showing Raj protectively shielding Samantha through a dense crowd of devotees during a recent visit to the Tirumala temple. Sources close to the couple reveal that the two are in an incredibly peaceful and joyous phase as they prepare for this new journey together.
A Timeline of Love
Samantha and Raj’s relationship seamlessly evolved from a stellar professional partnership into a deep personal bond. The duo first crossed paths professionally during the filming of the massive hit series The Family Man Season 2 in 2021, and later reteamed for the Indian installment of the global spy franchise, Citadel: Honey Bunny.
MilestoneDate / Details
First CollaborationThe Family Man Season 2 (2021)
Dating Rumors SurfaceMid-2023
The MarriageDecember 1, 2025 (Isha Yoga Centre, Coimbatore)
First Child DueDecember 2026
The couple officially tied the knot on December 1, 2025, in a deeply intimate and sacred Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha ceremony at the Linga Bhairavi Temple inside the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore, attended by just a small circle of close family and friends.
Balancing Success and New Beginnings
The timing marks a beautiful pinnacle for Samantha, who recently opened up about how much she values Raj’s grounding influence in her life, revealing in a recent interview that they make every minor and major decision as a joint unit.
While the couple has preferred to keep their private moments away from social media announcements for now, the outpour of love, blessings, and congratulations from fans and industry colleagues across the country continues to grow for the parents-to-be.
