Samantha Ruth Prabhu is embracing a new chapter in her life as she’s expecting her first baby with husband Raj Nidimoru and giving fans a glimpse of the journey along the way. The actor recently shared a series of photographs showcasing her pregnancy glow, along with a playful exchange with a fan who suggested possible names for her baby.On Sunday, August 30, Samantha posted a carousel on Instagram featuring moments from her pregnancy. Among the many reactions was a rather inventive name suggestion from a fan, who proposed ‘Samaira’ for a girl and ‘Samaraj’ for a boy, combining Samantha’s name with that of her husband, Raj Nidimoru.The suggestion caught the actor’s attention, but her response was anything but conventional. Reacting to the comment, the fan wrote, “How about Samaira (Girl) or Samaraj (Boy)? Perfect mix of Sam & Raj! Take care, Samantha garu!”Samantha responded with a cheeky take on the proposed combination, writing, “SAMRAJ. A tad full of ourselves, don’t you think?”, along with a laughing emoji.The actor also offered another glimpse into her pregnancy on her Instagram Stories. In a mirror selfie, she proudly showed off her changing appearance and pregnancy glow, adding a light-hearted caption: “I’d like to keep the skin and hair, please.”Samantha and Raj Nidimoru are expecting their first child, with the actor currently taking a break from her professional commitments. She has previously spoken about how deeply she has wanted to experience motherhood and her excitement about entering this new phase.In a conversation with Pinkvilla, Samantha said, “It’s definitely new and exciting. But I’ve been waiting for this moment for a while now. I’ve always wanted to be a mother. So I know that I’ll be giving this my all.”Even while on maternity leave, Samantha has continued to stay active and has occasionally shared glimpses of her fitness routine. However, she has also acknowledged that pregnancy has changed the way she approaches exercise, with greater emphasis on understanding her body rather than pushing its limits.“Training looks a little different these days. Less about pushing harder. More about listening better.”Samantha married filmmaker Raj Nidimoru on December 1, 2025, in an intimate ceremony in Coimbatore. Before this, she was married to actor Naga Chaitanya. The two separated and later divorced in 2021.
