Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu is once again at the centre of relationship rumours, this time with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru. The speculation, which has been simmering for a while, gained fresh momentum after Samantha shared a set of photos on Instagram, hinting at their growing closeness.
On Tuesday, Samantha posted glimpses from her visit to Detroit, Michigan, where she attended the Telugu Association of North America (TANA) 2025 celebrations. While the event itself was significant, what truly grabbed attention was Raj Nidimoru’s repeated appearances in her photos, igniting chatter among fans about a potential romance.
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In one of the images, Raj, known for being one-half of the filmmaker duo Raj & DK, is seen walking beside Samantha with his arm around her shoulders. The two are seen smiling widely, walking in sync, and enjoying a casual stroll. Samantha kept her look relaxed in a loose brown sweatshirt and jeans, while Raj sported a navy jacket, jeans, and eye-catching neon sneakers, embracing an easygoing vibe.
Another photo from the series captured the two sitting together at a restaurant, sharing a meal with friends, further fuelling the dating rumours. Samantha also shared glimpses of herself in a shimmering gold outfit by designer Kresha Bajaj, relaxing alone at a cosy café, and spending downtime with her dog while lounging in pyjamas on her bed.
The caption for her photo series, “Detroit 💙🧿,” was simple yet enough to send fans into a frenzy, with many interpreting it as Samantha subtly making her relationship with Raj official.
Comments quickly poured in, with one follower writing, “So, is this official now? So happy for you, Sam,” while another said, “Finally found your love… thrilled for you!”
While neither Samantha nor Raj has commented publicly on the dating rumours, the latest pictures have certainly added fuel to the ongoing speculation, leaving fans eager to see if the two will make their relationship public soon.
