Samantha Ruth Prabhu confirms pregnancy, announces maternity break
Hyderabad, June 24
Amid all the ongoing speculations, actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu has finally confirmed her pregnancy during Thank You Meet of her latest release 'Maa Inti Bangaaram' in Hyderabad.
The ace star also revealed that she will be taking a break from work and going on maternity leave.
She and husband-filmmaker Raj Nidimoru are expecting their first child.
While speaking to the media during an event, she said, "Sorry guys, one more small gap and then I will be back. I know I have to take maternity leave now. But I am very happy."
Both, Samantha and Raj Nidimoru got married in 2025. This marks the second marriage for both. Samantha was previously married to actor Naga Chaitanya from 2017 to 2021, while Raj was earlier married to Shhyamali De.
'Maa Inti Bangaaram' follows a woman who arrives in a traditional household as the new daughter-in-law - composed, obedient, scrutinised. What the family doesn't know is what she's hiding. When the past she buried refuses to stay buried, she must protect the very people who don't fully trust her, without ever letting them see who she really is, read a press note.
Speaking about the film, Samantha Ruth Prabhu earlier said, "Maa Inti Bangaaram tells the story of a woman whose strength comes as much from her vulnerability as from her courage," as per a press release.
She added, "Playing this character and nurturing this film as a producer has been an incredibly fulfilling journey for me. The world of this film is rooted and emotional with a narrative style dedicated to being family first and slice of life, whilst maintaining its quirky, edgy energy. I'm truly excited for audiences to experience this story and connect with its spirit when it reaches them."
Produced by Raj Nidimoru, Samantha and Himank Duvvuru, the film is helmed by acclaimed filmmaker Nandini Reddy.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Many actresses hide pregnancy to keep working, but Samantha ji is being open - that's courage. Hope she enjoys this chapter of her life. But seriously, does Bollywood and Tollywood still not give enough maternity support? We need to do better for working women.
Her journey from Ok Bangaram to Maa Inti Bangaaram is amazing. She's always been a strong woman, and now becoming a mother will only add to her grace. Congrats Samantha and Raj! 🎊
I really hope this time works out well for her. She went through a lot with her first marriage, and now she deserves all the happiness. Maa Inti Bangaaram is also a good film - she proved she can act and produce too. All the best to the couple! 👏
Such heartwarming news! Sam is truly an inspiration - from handling personal struggles to reaching new heights in cinema. The way she talked about her film's character shows her depth as an artist. Maternity break is temporary, her legacy is permanent. ❤️
I find it fascinating how Indian cinema stars balance personal and professional lives. Samantha's transparency is commendable. The film's premise about a woman hiding her past sounds intriguing - typical family drama with a twist. Looking forward to seeing it!
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