Hyderabad: Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s wedding to filmmaker Raj Nidimoru on 1 December became a major social media moment, but an unexpected coincidence pulled actor Naga Chaitanya into the spotlight as well. Around the same time as the wedding celebrations, Chaitanya shared a new Instagram post marking the second anniversary of his series Dhootha, prompting widespread chatter about the timing.
Chaitanya marks 2 years of Dhootha with heartfelt note
At the beginning of the week, Naga Chaitanya uploaded a dramatic still from his series Dhootha, celebrating its two-year milestone. The image showed the actor in an intense, contemplative moment from the show, accompanied by a reflection on the project’s emotional significance.
He wrote that Dhootha reaffirmed his belief that when an artist chooses roles based on “creativity and sincerity” and commits to them fully, audiences always respond with enthusiasm. Chaitanya thanked viewers for their support and extended his gratitude to the cast and crew who brought the project to life.
Fans question the timing of the post
While the anniversary note itself was positive and reflective, its timing—just hours before images from Samantha and Raj’s wedding went viral—fuelled speculation online. Many users were quick to point out the overlap, asking whether the post was purely coincidental or subtly linked to the day’s events.
Within minutes, comments flooded the actor’s feed. Some fans teasingly asked whether Chaitanya had attended the wedding, while others suggested emotional undertones with comments like, “Face after losing diamond…” A few users hinted that the actor might have posted intentionally, while others urged him to disable comments to avoid unnecessary drama.
Despite the speculation, nothing in Chaitanya’s update suggested a reaction to the wedding, and the actor maintained his focus on the anniversary of his work.
Samantha and Raj Nidimoru’s wedding becomes a social media highlight
Meanwhile, Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s wedding to filmmaker Raj Nidimoru was widely celebrated. The couple tied the knot on 1 December at the Linga Bhairavi Vivaha ceremony held at the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore.
Samantha later shared pictures from the ceremony, showcasing serene visuals from the spiritual setting. The images received an overwhelming response, with fans congratulating the actress on beginning a new chapter in her life.
A look back at past relationships
Samantha and Naga Chaitanya were married from 2017 to 2021, celebrating their union through both Hindu and Christian traditions. The former couple announced their separation in October 2021 and have since continued to focus on their respective careers.
Raj Nidimoru, best known as one half of the director duo Raj & DK, was earlier married to Shhyamali De, with their separation believed to have taken place in 2022.
Conclusion
Even though Naga Chaitanya’s post was related to his work, its proximity to Samantha’s wedding led to a wave of online speculation. However, both actors appear to be moving forward on independent paths—Samantha embracing a new beginning in her personal life and Chaitanya reaffirming his commitment to his craft.