Amid swirling rumors of a blossoming romance with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru, Samantha Ruth Prabhu has seemingly been avoiding the paparazzi. The speculation gained traction after affectionate social media posts between Samantha and Raj, leading fans to believe that they might be subtly confirming their relationship. Some fans have even coined the nickname "Samraj" for the pair.

Samantha and Raj have worked together on several projects, including the popular series The Family Man and Citadel: Honey Bunny. They are also slated to collaborate on an upcoming project titled Rakt Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom.

Adding fuel to the fire, Raj Nidimoru's wife, Shyamali De, shared a cryptic post on Instagram. The post, which offered blessings and love to everyone who thinks of, sees, hears, speaks of, reads of, writes of, and meets her, was interpreted by many as a subtle response to the dating rumors. However, it's worth noting that Shyamali has shared similar positive messages on her Instagram feed previously, suggesting that the post may not be directly related to the rumors. Some reports indicate Raj Nidimoru and Shyamali De divorced in 2022.

Adding to the speculation, there are reports that Samantha and Raj are considering moving in together and are actively looking for properties. However, Samantha's manager has refuted these claims, dismissing them as rumors.

Samantha's personal life has been under scrutiny since her divorce from Naga Chaitanya in 2021. While Chaitanya has reportedly moved on and married actress Sobhita Dhulipala, fans are curious about Samantha's next chapter.

In the past, Samantha has been visibly uncomfortable with excessive attention from the paparazzi, particularly regarding camera flashes that affect her eyes. This may also contribute to her recent avoidance of the paparazzi. In April 2023, she was seen trying to shield her face from the flashes while promoting her film Shaakuntalam, leading to criticism of the paparazzi for their insensitivity towards her health. Samantha revealed in the past that she was diagnosed with Myositis, an autoimmune disease.

Despite the dating rumors and increased media attention, both Samantha and Raj have remained silent on the matter. Whether Samantha is indeed avoiding the paparazzi due to the dating rumors or for personal reasons, her actions have certainly sparked considerable interest and discussion among fans and media outlets.