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08-05-2025
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu shares pictures with her 'The Family Man 2' director Raj Nidimoru amid dating rumours, netizens ask 'Is it confirmed?'
Another comment read- 'May 9th will be all smiles and your phone will keep buzzing with love. Just like your cap says, good vibes producer madam.' read more Samantha Ruth Prabhu took to her Instagram account and shared multiple pictures with her 'The Family Man' and Çitadel: Honey Bunny' director Raj Nidimoru. She called it 'New beginnings'. Netizens have now asked her 'Is it confirmed?' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Samantha Ruth Prabhu's close friend is someone who may not be known to all but she has spoken about him fondly in the past. He once gave a special gift to her and described her as a 'Woman of Steel.' The actress once wrote on Instagram, 'To those of you fighting hard battles, this one's for you. Keep fighting… we'll be stronger than ever… and stronger forever soon.' 'Is he like a brother? A dear friend? Or family? I honestly don't know how to describe it,' she said. We are talking about Rahul Ravindran. But who is he? Born on June 23, 1981, the actress' close-friend is an actor, director, and screenwriter. He made his debut in the Tamil film Moscowin Kavery, before playing leading roles as a man with cerebral palsy in Vinmeengal and as a mechanic in Soorya Nagaram. He has also done a commercial for filmmaker Dibakar Banerjee. The actor made his Bollywood debut with Alia Bhatt in Vasan Bala's 2024 action-thriller Jigra.


India.com
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Rahul Ravindran, Samantha Ruth Prabhu's best friend, who worked with Alia Bhatt, Mahesh Babu, won a National Film Award
Samantha Ruth Prabhu has been under the limelight ever since her divorce with Naga Chaitanya happened. While the actress has avoided saying anything related to the matter in public, fans have always speculated that it is extremely tough for her to cope with the divorce. Today, we will talk about a person in Samantha's life who has always supported her in her good and bad times. Not just that, the actress considers him as a 'brother' and even a best friend. The person with whom Samantha shares a close bond is filmmaker and actor Rahul Ravindran. Rahul and Samantha's relationship has grown over more than ten years. Recently, in an interview, the actress opened up about her bond with Rahul and the unwavering support he has offered her during the tough times, such as her diagnosis with myositis, an autoimmune condition. Talking about the bond she shares with Rahul, Samantha said that he always took care of her selflessly. Samantha shared that their connection is hard to label. 'Is he like a brother? A dear friend? Or family? I honestly don't know how to describe it,' the actress said. Their bond, which started during the shooting of the Tamil romantic film Moscowin Kavery in 2010, has grown stronger over the years. Recently, Samantha opened up about it. Rahul gifted Samantha a plaque with a poem engraved on it and its title is Woman of Steel. The verse read, 'What doesn't defeat you, makes you stronger than ever… and stronger forever.' Samantha revealed that throughout her journey Rahul has not just been a friend but an active support for her. Coming to Rahul's work front, the actor is working on his upcoming film The Girlfriend, featuring Rashmika Mandanna in the lead role. On the other hand, he is stepping into production with his upcoming horror-comedy Subham.
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27-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Meet Samantha Ruth Prabhu's close friend who has stood by her for decades, actress says 'Is he like a friend or...'
The actress once wrote on Instagram, 'To those of you fighting hard battles, this one's for you. Keep fighting… we'll be stronger than ever… and stronger forever soon.' read more Samantha Ruth Prabhu's close friend is someone who may not be known to all but she has spoken about him fondly in the past. He once gave a special gift to her and described her as a 'Woman of Steel.' The actress once wrote on Instagram, 'To those of you fighting hard battles, this one's for you. Keep fighting… we'll be stronger than ever… and stronger forever soon.' 'Is he like a brother? A dear friend? Or family? I honestly don't know how to describe it,' she said. We are talking about Rahul Ravindran. But who is he? STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Born on June 23, 1981, the actress' close-friend is an actor, director, and screenwriter. He made his debut in the Tamil film Moscowin Kavery, before playing leading roles as a man with cerebral palsy in Vinmeengal and as a mechanic in Soorya Nagaram. He has also done a commercial for filmmaker Dibakar Banerjee. The actor made his Bollywood debut with Alia Bhatt in Vasan Bala's 2024 action-thriller Jigra.


Time of India
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Samantha Ruth Prabhu praises the man who's supported her through good and bad times for 17 years. Who's Rahul Ravindran?
Samantha Ruth Prabhu recently opened up about the profound and enduring bond she shares with filmmaker and actor Rahul Ravindran , a relationship that has grown over more than ten years. In a heartfelt interview, the 'Ye Maaya Chesave' actress recalled the unwavering support Rahul offered during one of the most difficult periods of her life—her diagnosis with myositis , an autoimmune condition. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India pulled the plug on IWT when Pakistanis are fighting over water What makes this India-Pakistan standoff more dangerous than past ones The problem of Pakistan couldn't have come at a worse time for D-St She described how he selflessly took care of one of her family members from morning till night, showing up consistently and offering unconditional support. Reflecting on that period, Samantha shared that their connection is hard to label. "Is he like a brother? A dear friend? Or family? I honestly don't know how to describe it," she admitted, emphasizing how deeply embedded Rahul is in her life—far beyond the boundaries of typical relationships. Their friendship , which began during the filming of the Tamil romantic film Moscowin Kavery in 2010, has only deepened with time. Samantha recently revealed a meaningful and emotional gesture from Rahul that left her especially touched. He gifted her a plaque engraved with a powerful poem titled Woman of Steel, a tribute to her resilience and strength in the face of hardship. The verse read, 'What doesn't defeat you, makes you stronger than ever… and stronger forever,' capturing the spirit of her unyielding perseverance. This deeply personal gift moved Samantha immensely, especially considering her ongoing health battle. Taking to Instagram, she shared a photo of the plaque and wrote an inspiring message dedicated to others who are navigating their own struggles: 'To everyone fighting tough battles, this is for you. Don't give up… we're going to be stronger than ever… and stronger forever, soon.' Throughout their friendship, Rahul has been more than just a friend—he has been a vocal and active supporter. In the past, he defended Samantha publicly after a doctor criticized her for advocating a certain treatment. Rahul countered by pointing out that, while Samantha may not have formal medical training, she puts in considerable effort to study and understand any therapy before endorsing it. His public defense showed not only his trust in her but also the depth of their mutual respect. Currently, Rahul Ravindran is working on his upcoming film The Girlfriend, featuring Rashmika Mandanna in the lead role. Meanwhile, Samantha is stepping into production with her upcoming horror-comedy Subham, which is set for release on May 9. Their journey—from co-stars to lifelong allies—is a testament to the enduring power of genuine friendship. Rahul Ravindran (born June 23, 1981) is an Indian actor, filmmaker, and screenwriter who primarily works in the Telugu and Tamil film industries. He first appeared on screen in the Tamil movie Moscowin Kavery (2010), later taking on notable roles such as portraying a man with cerebral palsy in Vinmeengal and a mechanic in Soorya Nagaram. Rahul entered the Telugu cinema scene with his debut in Andala Rakshasi (2012). Expanding his horizons, he stepped into Hindi cinema with Jigra (2024). Rahul transitioned to direction with the Telugu film Chi La Sow (2018), which earned him the prestigious National Film Award for Best Original Screenplay.