Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who is expecting her first child with husband Raj Nidimoru, has shared a new picture of her baby bump on social media. Instead of a glamorous maternity shoot, the actor went for a relaxed, everyday look, and fans have been quick to react.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s simple picture on a couch
Samantha Prabhu posted a candid photo on Instagram showing her lounging comfortably on a couch while gently holding her baby bump. She wore a red top with white trousers and finished the look with black sunglasses. Keeping the caption short and playful, she wrote, “Consider this my maternity shoot.”
Fans react to Samantha Prabhu’s post with love
The ‘Khushi’ actor’s followers filled the comments section with sweet messages. One fan called her “The Coolest mommy-to-be ever!”, while another wrote, “Plot twist: the baby is already stealing the spotlight.” A third commented, “Junior samantha soon.”
Samantha Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru’s journey so far
Samantha Prabhu and Raj Nidimoru got married in an intimate ceremony at the Isha Yoga Centre in Coimbatore on December 1, 2025. A few weeks ago, the couple marked this special phase of their lives with a traditional baby shower, known as Seemantham, at the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore.
Pregnancy announcement and career break
The ‘Oo Antava’ actor announced her pregnancy in June 2026 at the Hyderabad success meet of her film ‘Maa Inti Bangaaram’. Speaking to the media, she said she would step away from work for a while after completing her existing commitments, so she can focus on this new phase of her life. She also reassured fans that the break would be temporary and that she plans to return to the big screen after becoming a mother.On the work front, Samantha Prabhu was last seen in the film titled ‘Maa Inti Bangaaram’. Co-produced by the actress, the movie went on to cross Rs 100 crore at the box office.