Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu has resumed work on her upcoming film Ma Inti Bangaram barely four days after marrying her Citadel: Honey Bunny filmmaker, Raj Nidimoru. On Friday, the actor announced her return to set through a social media post, signalling an immediate shift back to her professional commitments.

The photograph she shared, taken inside her vanity van, shows her seated in a make-up chair, smiling as she converses with filmmaker Nandini Reddy and make-up expert Avni Rambhia. Dressed casually in jeans and a T-shirt, she appeared relaxed yet work-ready while her stylist prepared her hair. The intricately patterned mehendi from her recent wedding ceremony was still visible on her hands and feet.

Back on set for Ma Inti Bangaram

According to Mint, Ma Inti Bangaram is jointly backed by Raj Nidimoru, Samantha, and Himank Duvvuru. The film is directed by Nandini Reddy, a frequent collaborator of Samantha. Actors Gulshan Devaiah and Diganth also play important roles in the project.

The return to set marks Samantha’s continued involvement not just as the lead actor but also as a producer, a responsibility she embraced more prominently in recent years. In 2025, she produced Subham, showcasing her evolving presence within the industry.

A wedding steeped in yogic tradition

Speculation about Samantha and Raj Nidimoru’s wedding surfaced on November 30, with reports hinting that the ceremony would be held the next morning at the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore. On December 1, Samantha confirmed the news by posting visuals from their Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha, conducted near the Linga Bhairavi at the Isha Yoga Centre.

The couple exchanged vows through traditional yogic rituals, surrounded by close friends and family members including Nandini Reddy, Shilpa Reddy, and Kresha Bajaj. For the ceremony, Samantha wore a red-and-gold saree that reflected the cultural and spiritual sensibilities of the occasion.

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Samantha and Raj’s professional journey

Samantha and Raj had collaborated earlier on Prime Video’s Citadel: Honey Bunny, where she played one of the lead roles. Before that, she worked with Raj & DK on The Family Man Season 2, a project that significantly expanded her reach across Indian streaming audiences. Their professional rapport eventually evolved into a personal partnership, culminating in their wedding this December.

Raj Nidimoru, one half of the celebrated filmmaking duo Raj & DK, has helmed several critically acclaimed productions over the years. His earlier marriage to Shhyamali De dates back to 2015, although the timeline of their separation has not been publicly clarified.

For context, The Family Man—their widely known creation—has a detailed page on Wikipedia:

Personal histories and new beginnings

Samantha was previously married to actor Naga Chaitanya from 2017 to 2021. Chaitanya is now married to actor Sobhita Dhulipala, with the couple celebrating their first anniversary on December 4 this year. Samantha has maintained a dignified silence regarding her past marriage while continuing to build a strong professional identity.

Raj’s earlier marriage to Shhyamali De gained occasional public visibility through social media posts, though her last reference to him appeared in 2023. Both Samantha and Raj have expressed, through their actions rather than statements, a forward-focused approach to life and work.

Looking ahead

As Samantha resumes filming for Ma Inti Bangaram, fans and industry watchers anticipate updates about her next ventures. Although she has yet to announce further projects, her recent activities indicate a renewed career phase characterised by creative leadership and consistent on-screen presence.

Her quick return to set also reflects a larger trend among contemporary actors who balance personal milestones with professional momentum, especially in the South Indian film industry’s increasingly globalised environment.