Samantha Ruth Prabhu blushes as she confirms pregnancy at Maa Inti Bangaaram success meet: ‘I will have to take a small break’ | Telugu Movie News
Samantha Ruth Prabhu has confirmed that she is expecting her first child and will be taking a maternity break after completing her current professional commitments.Speaking to the media during the success meet of Maa Inti Bangaaram on Wednesday, Samantha addressed the speculation surrounding her pregnancy and revealed that she plans to step away from work for a brief period.“After Maa Inti Bangaaram, I will have to take a small break, given my condition. I’ll have to take maternity leave. After that I’ll be back with another film for my fans,” Samantha said.
Pregnancy rumours gain momentum after success celebration
The confirmation comes after days of speculation on social media. Fans had noticed what appeared to be a baby bump in videos and photographs from the success celebrations of Maa Inti Bangaaram, sparking discussions online.The rumours received further attention after filmmaker BV Nandini Reddy commented on Samantha’s personal milestone while speaking about the film’s success. She recently said, “Her pregnancy comes at a beautiful time, as our film, Maa Inti Bangaaram, has become a success.”
A special phase personally and professionally
The development marks a particularly joyful period for Samantha, whose latest film has been receiving positive reviews and performing strongly at the box office.Earlier, Samantha’s spokesperson had confirmed to ETimes that the actress and her husband, filmmaker-producer Raj Nidimoru, are expecting their first child together. According to the spokesperson, the baby is due in December 2026. The couple, however, are yet to make an official announcement on social media.
Samantha and Raj’s relationship
Samantha and Raj Nidimoru were reportedly in a relationship for a considerable period before tying the knot in December 2025. The couple got married in a Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha ceremony at the abode of Linga Bhairavi Devi within the Isha Yoga Center in Coimbatore.The actress has often spoken about wanting to start a family, making the latest announcement a significant moment for her fans and well-wishers.
