'Consider this my maternity photoshoot'; Samantha's unique Instagram post goes viral

Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu became the talk of the town following her atypical maternity photoshoot post on social media. Samantha shared an Instagram photo of herself relaxing on a sofa, with a playful caption: "Consider this my maternity photoshoot."

In the photo, the actress is shown reclining on a sofa amidst several pillows, wearing a red printed top, white pants, and sunglasses. She is positioned with both hands resting over her bump. Samantha is currently preparing to welcome her first child with her husband, director Raj Nidimoru. She recently shared a photo of Raj setting up a stand for a baby monitor in anticipation of the baby's arrival. Reports suggest that the baby is due in December.

Samantha revealed that she is pregnant during the success celebration of the film 'Maa Inti Bangaram'. The actress announced that she intends to take a short break from acting after completing her current projects. "After 'Maa Inti Bangaram', I will need a short break, considering my health. I need to take maternity leave. Following that, I will return with another film for my fans," Samantha said.

Samantha and Raj Nidimoru got married on December 1, 2025. The wedding ceremony took place at the Sadhguru Isha Foundation in Coimbatore, in the presence of close relatives and friends.