Samantha, earlier known as Samantha Ruth Prabhu, has now chosen to drop her surname completely. This move comes after her wedding to director Raj Nidimoru from the duo Raj & DK. She was seen with Raj at several events but never confirmed the relationship until the wedding photos appeared on 1 December.
As the couple begins a new journey, Samantha seems ready to challenge long-held patriarchal norms. Actresses like Deepika Padukone and Alia Bhatt have kept their original names after marriage. Samantha has taken an even bolder step by removing her surname entirely.
Many see this as her embracing her identity without any external labels. Fans say it reflects confidence, clarity, and a spiritual shift towards self-acceptance. The decision has sparked widespread conversation and admiration.
During her previous marriage with Naga Chaitanya, she adopted the family surname Akkineni. Now, she has taken a firm stand for herself, and supporters are praising her courage. In her upcoming project Ma Inti Bangaram, she will be credited simply as Samantha, marking this new chapter.