Updated On: 15 May, 2025 01:03 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Rumours are swirling around Samantha Ruth Prabhu and filmmaker Raj Nidimoru of the Raj & DK duo, sparking intrigue as Raj is still married to Shhyamali De, a low-key but accomplished name in the film industry

Raj and his wife Shhyamali De
Samantha Ruth Prabhu is rumoured to be dating Raj Nidimoru of Raj and DK fame. While the rumoured couple hasn`t confirmed anything as of yet, Raj`s presence in Samantha`s posts has been fuelling the rumours. With Raj still being married to Shhyamali De, these speculations have put a spotlight on the director`s personal life. So, who is Raj`s wife Shhyamali De?
Shhyamali De, who tied the knot with director Raj in 2015, is a psychology graduate and has worked as an assistant director with Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and Vishal Bhardwaj. The couple has a daughter together. Not only has she worked as an assistant director, but she is also a scriptwriter and has worked as a creative consultant for top films and classics like Rang De Basanti, Omkara, and Ek Nodir Golpo. Shhyamali De is also best friends with Rajkummar Rao`s wife and actress Patralekhaa.