You know what’s crazy? The internet has such a short memory. Just a while back, Samantha Ruth Prabhu was getting all the love and support. People were like, “She’s so strong,” “She’s a queen for handling her divorce like that,” and honestly, I felt the same way. She was crying in interviews, battling health problems, and still managing to smile in front of the cameras.
But now? Oh man, things have taken a total U-turn.
People are calling her names, comparing her to Shobhita (not in a good way), and even saying she might be the reason behind someone else’s broken marriage. Wild, right?
So, What Happened?
Apparently, Samantha is now dating her friend’s husband. Yeah, you read that right. The same friend who stood by her when she was going through her roughest patch. The one who supported her emotionally. That friend’s marriage? Over. And guess who’s dating the husband now? Samantha.
Naturally, the internet lost it. Comments are pouring in like:
- “She played the victim card for sympathy and now ruined someone else’s life.”
- “At least Shobhita didn’t fake being a ‘good girl.’”
- “Maybe it wasn’t Naga who cheated after all...”
And honestly, these comments are brutal. But let’s rewind a bit before jumping to conclusions.
A Quick Flashback to Samantha & Naga’s Story
Samantha and Naga Chaitanya got married in 2017. They looked perfect together. If you’ve ever seen their interviews from back then, you’d know what I’m talking about. She was glowing with happiness. Totally in love.
Then boom — in 2021, they dropped the divorce news. No clear reason, just a statement saying it was a mutual decision. But fans weren’t buying it.
Soon after, Naga was spotted with Shobhita Dhulipala. And everyone went, “Ah, he must’ve cheated.” Samantha’s fans started trolling him hard, and when Naga and Shobhita tied the knot in 2024, the hate just multiplied.
Meanwhile, Samantha looked broken. She was dealing with myositis (a painful muscle condition), taking a break from acting, and just trying to heal. It was tough to watch. People genuinely felt bad for her.
The Sympathy Wave
That whole phase turned Samantha into a kind of icon for “strong women going through pain.” Every time she posted something deep or emotional, people flooded her comments with love. She had the entire internet rooting for her.
But guess what? That sympathy didn’t last long.
The New Guy – Who Is He?
So here comes the twist — enter Raj Nidimoru. He’s a writer and director. You’ve probably heard of Raj & DK, the duo behind shows like The Family Man, Guns & Gulaabs, and Farzi.
Samantha worked with Raj on The Family Man 2 in 2021. Back then, she was still married to Naga, so it all looked professional.
But over time, things seem to have changed. Now Samantha is posting pics with him, attending parties with him, and insiders say she’s spending a lot of time at his house. Even Raj’s wife reportedly helped Samantha during her tough days — so yeah, this gets even messier.
And yes, Raj is still married (or was, until recently). He also has a young daughter.
Is Samantha in the Wrong?
Here’s where things get complicated. On one hand, Samantha deserves to move on. She’s been through hell and back — divorce, health issues, emotional burnout. No one should be expected to stay single forever just because they went through a public breakup.
But on the other hand — dating a friend’s husband? Especially when that friend supported you? That’s rough.
It’s not about judging her. It’s about the optics. And in today’s world, optics matter more than facts. People are quick to switch sides. One minute you're everyone's favorite, the next you're trending for all the wrong reasons.
Why Everyone’s Talking About It
Honestly, it’s not even just about Samantha anymore. It’s about how we, as fans, love building people up — only to tear them down the moment something doesn't sit right.
Samantha went from “heartbroken queen” to “homewrecker” in just a few months. And Raj? He’s getting away with almost zero backlash. Double standards much?
Final Thoughts
So here’s the deal — we don’t know all the facts. Maybe Samantha’s relationship with Raj started after he and his wife had problems. Maybe things aren’t as black-and-white as they seem on Instagram or gossip pages.
But one thing’s for sure — the public’s love is very conditional. And when you're in the spotlight, every move gets judged.
If this is Samantha’s new chapter, let’s hope it’s one where she’s genuinely happy and not repeating the same cycle of pain — for herself or others.
What do you think? Has Samantha crossed a line, or is she just finally putting herself first?