Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru's love story: From pickleball wins to baby bump celebrations

Samantha Ruth Prabhu, the ‘Maa Inti Bangaaram’ star, has taken over the internet with an adorable change in her appearance – a baby bump.

Wearing a light blue T-shirt and a pair of jeans, the 39-year-old was spotted celebrating the success of her aforementioned film’s release.

As the clips surfaced on social media, fans noticed the baby bump and could not keep calm.

ETimes learned exclusively that the acclaimed actress is due in December 2026.While the media and fans were busy gazing at the actress, her husband became her protective shield during the chaotic gathering.

Raj Nidimoru won hearts with his subtle yet sweet gestures, ensuring her safety.

From the rumoured dates to their wedding celebrations, the power couple maintained a low-key status but remained fan favourites through their glimpses.

Let’s take a look at the relationship timeline of Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru, just like the rom-com dream couple, met on the set for ‘Family Man Season 2.’ As he directed and created the series along with DK, she marked her first digital appearance in a successful series.

Later, they reunited for ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny,’ strengthening their bond.

The professional camaraderie turned into a love story, as the rumours surrounding their relationship intensified.

Aside from their professional appearances with the team, Samantha and Raj walked next to each other at the World Pickleball League.

Supporting her team, she sparked dating rumours with the director after they held hands in one of the pictures she shared.

The early 2025 appearance caused fans to wonder about their relationship status – only to meet with a beautiful ring on her finger.While the ring on her finger felt decent at the time, the picture looks like Nidimoru had popped the question in hindsight.

Keeping the heart on her sleeve (and in the caption), the actress maintained her white heart emoji as an expression of love during the February post as well as during the wedding pictures later in December.

In May, Samantha Ruth Prabhu shared a series of pictures to update fans about her film, ‘Subham.’ Sharing behind-the-scenes content from the promotions, the actress posed alongside the cast and crew.

With glimpses of theatres and reviews, Samantha posted a picture with Raj Nidimoru, where she kept her head on his shoulder, breaking the internet.In November 2025, Samantha stunned the fans yet again after cuddling up with Raj Nidimoru.

At a brand launch event, the duo embraced while twinning in all-black outfits.

Keeping their smiles wide, they embraced each other, intensifying the rumours.Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru tied the knot in a sacred Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha ceremony at Linga Bhairavi Devi in Isha Yoga Center, Coimbatore, on December 1, 2025.

The minimalistic and traditional wedding ceremony won hearts, as only 30 guests were part of the rituals, as per HT City.

She donned a red saree and accessorised with flowers and gold jewellery, while he wore a white kurta and a golden jacket.

The actress shared the pictures of the venue and the ceremony on Instagram, with the caption of their date and white heart emojis.Samantha Ruth Prabhu is busy promoting her film, ‘Maa Inti Bangaaram,’ which has performed significantly well in the theatres.

With the worldwide success of the film, she celebrated the occasion with sweets and cakes.

Surrounded by her team, media, and fans, the actress made an appearance and stunned the internet with an adorable baby bump in less than a year after her wedding.

The couple will soon become parents to their baby, as it's due in December 2026.