Filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, known for being one-half of the director duo Raj & DK, is in the spotlight again, this time due to swirling rumours about his alleged relationship with actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The speculation gained momentum after Samantha shared an intimate photo with Raj on Instagram, prompting his wife, Shhyamali De, to respond with a cryptic note on social media.
Shhyamali De, who has been married to Raj for a decade, posted a reflective message on her Instagram stories on Wednesday. Without naming anyone, she wrote, “I send blessings and love to everyone who thinks of me, sees me, hears me, hears of me, speaks to me, speaks of me, reads of me, writes of me and meets me today.” The message seemed to be a subtle reaction to the chatter surrounding her husband’s latest appearance with Samantha.
On the same day, Samantha shared a carousel of photos celebrating the debut production of her film Subham, under her banner Tralala Moving Pictures. One photo stood out — a candid shot of her leaning her head on Raj Nidimoru’s shoulder during a flight. The warmth and comfort in the image quickly went viral, sparking buzz about a possible romantic connection.
Her caption read: “Thank you for watching, feeling and celebrating #SUBHAM with us! Our very first step—fuelled by heart, madness and the belief that new, fresh stories matter! We are @tralalamovingpictures. And with Subham, the journey has begun. What a start!”
Raj and Samantha were also spotted earlier this month visiting the Tirupati temple together, adding fuel to the fire. However, neither of them has officially commented on the rumours or confirmed any relationship beyond professional collaboration.
Shhyamali De, a psychology graduate, has worked in the film industry herself — previously assisting acclaimed directors like Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Vishal Bhardwaj. She and Raj share a daughter, and her silence in the face of growing speculation has only added to the intrigue.
While fans and followers continue to debate the nature of Raj and Samantha’s bond, the individuals involved remain tight-lipped, leaving the internet to draw its own conclusions.
