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Samantha Ruth Prabhu shared Diwali celebrations with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru on Instagram.
The photos, featuring rituals and sparklers, have reignited dating rumours.
The actor continues to prioritise authenticity in her personal life while maintaining a busy professional schedule.
Diwali celebrations with Raj Nidimoru
Samantha Ruth Prabhu lit up Instagram this Diwali with warm, festive snapshots featuring filmmaker Raj Nidimoru. The actor wore a green ethnic outfit and flashed her signature smile, while Raj was seen in a blue kurta.
Captioned “Filled with gratitude”, the post showed the pair performing Diwali rituals and playing with sparklers, giving fans a glimpse into their festive family moments.
Romance rumours resurface
The pictures quickly reignited speculation about Samantha and Raj’s relationship. The duo, long at the centre of dating rumours, have not publicly confirmed or denied the chatter. Fans believe this could be a subtle way of sharing a new chapter in her personal life following her separation from Naga Chaitanya.
Despite constant public attention, Samantha has emphasised the importance of authenticity over secrecy. She continues to share candid glimpses of her life online while navigating both personal and professional commitments.
Upcoming projects
On the work front, Samantha recently debuted as a producer with the horror-comedy Subham. She will also appear in the web series Rakt Brahmand: The Bloody Kingdom alongside Aditya Roy Kapur and is set to feature in the Telugu action film Maa Inti Bangaram. Rumours suggest she may join director Vetrimaaran’s Arasan, opposite Silambarasan TR, though casting is yet to be confirmed.
Mukerji parts ways with YRF’s Dhoom 4 after reported creative disagreements.
Decision said to be amicable, with Aditya Chopra and Ranbir Kapoor supportive.
Director shifts focus to Brahmastra: Part Two – Dev, expected to begin filming in 2026.
Filmmaker steps away from YRF’s action franchise
Filmmaker Ayan Mukerji has stepped away from Yash Raj Films’ (YRF) highly anticipated action project Dhoom 4, reportedly due to creative differences. According to Bollywood Hungama, Mukerji’s vision for the film did not align with the studio’s direction, prompting him to withdraw from the project.
Mukerji, who was in discussions to direct the next instalment of the hit franchise—expected to star Ranbir Kapoor—was said to have limited control over the script, which was reportedly written by Shridhar Raghavan. The director, best known for Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and Brahmastra, was keen on shaping the film creatively rather than simply executing an existing plan.
A source quoted in the report said, “Ayan didn’t have much say in the screenplay and didn’t want to embark on another journey of just execution.”
Amicable parting after discussions with Aditya Chopra
Before stepping away, Mukerji is believed to have held several discussions with YRF head Aditya Chopra and actor Ranbir Kapoor. Both reportedly supported his decision, with insiders describing the split as “completely amicable.”
The director’s departure does not mark the end of Dhoom 4, as YRF plans to continue with the project under a new director. The studio may also reconsider casting options, despite earlier reports that Ranbir Kapoor had set aside dates for the film.
Focus returns to the Brahmastra universe
Following his exit from Dhoom 4, Mukerji has shifted attention back to his passion project—the Brahmastra series. The filmmaker is currently developing Brahmastra: Part Two – Dev, the sequel to the 2022 fantasy epic.
The film, initially expected to begin production earlier, is now likely to go on floors in 2026. Sources suggest Mukerji intends to expand the Astraverse with more depth in storytelling, combining elements of mythology, drama, and spectacle.
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