Rumors of a potential romance between actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu and director Raj Nidimoru have dominated social media, particularly since Samantha posted intimate pics of a recent outing. Amid the talk, Raj’s ex-wife, Shhyamali De, has now made netizens curious with a cryptic Instagram Story.
Shhyamali De Breaks Her Silence—Silently
In her Instagram Story, Shhyamali had shared a reflective quote:
“Whatever is going to happen will happen, no matter how hard you try to prevent it. Whatever is not going to happen won’t happen, no matter what you do. The wisest thing, then, is to keep quiet.” Though she did not name anyone, the post’s timing coinciding with the rising chatter about Samantha and Raj has fans reading between the lines. Known for sharing reflective quotes, Shhyamali’s recent updates have raised eyebrows due to their perceived relevance to her ex-husband’s alleged romance.

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In-Flight Photo Fuels Relationship Rumours
The speculations grew stronger after Samantha shared a set of pictures from a recent vacation. In one of them, she was seen resting her hand on Raj Nidimoru’s shoulder while in a plane, and fans went into frenzy. Another photo had both of them with the Subham film crew, further sparking speculation about their closeness. Neither has publicly accepted the relationship, but the informality of the photos has convinced many that something is on the cards.
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Past and Present Collide
Raj and Shhyamali De were supposedly married in 2015 and broke up in 2022. A psychology alumnus and veteran film industry hand, Shhyamali has collaborated on critically acclaimed films like Rang De Basanti, Omkara, and Ek Nodir Golpo. As fans await confirmation, here is one thing that is for sure: the Samantha–Raj rumour has everyone keeping tabs.