Samantha Ruth Prabhu confirms pregnancy and plans maternity break after 'Maa Inti Bangaaram' success

Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu has confirmed that she will be taking a maternity break from cinema after the success of her latest film, Maa Inti Bangaaram. In a recent interview, Samantha shared that she wants to enjoy this special phase of her life and take a break while celebrating the film’s positive response.

She said that it feels great to step away from work at a time when the film is receiving appreciation and creating excitement among audiences.

"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.

Couple Preparing for a New Chapter

Samantha and her husband, Raj Nidimoru, have been in the spotlight recently as they prepare to welcome their first child. The actress was recently seen in public with a visible baby bump, although she has not made an official announcement about her pregnancy. Reports suggest that the couple is expecting their baby around December 2026.

Earlier, Chiranjeevi also extended his best wishes to the couple as they begin this exciting new chapter in their lives.

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Samantha and Raj’s Love Story

Samantha and Raj got married on December 1, 2025, in a private ceremony held at Isha Foundation, Coimbatore. The actress later shared glimpses of their wedding on social media.

The two first worked together on the popular web series The Family Man 2. Relationship rumors started when Samantha shared pictures from the World Pickleball League, where they were seen together supporting the Chennai Super Champs team.

About Maa Inti Bangaaram

Directed by Nandini Reddy, Maa Inti Bangaaram is a family action-comedy that tells the story of Swarna, a newly married woman hiding secrets from her past while trying to protect her family from unexpected threats. The film also stars Gulshan Devaiah and Diganth Manchale in important roles.

Looking ahead, Samantha will also be seen in the upcoming web series *Rakt Brahmānd: The Bloody Kingdom alongside Aditya Roy Kapur, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Ali Fazal.

- PTC PUNJABI