Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu and filmmaker Raj Nidimoru received a special congratulatory message from global football icon David Beckham following their wedding ceremony in Coimbatore on December 1. The gesture came just days after the two celebrities met in Mumbai for a public event.
🌟 A Star-Studded Blessing
- The Announcement: Samantha shared the news of her marriage to Raj Nidimoru—one half of the famous Raj & DK directing duo—on her Instagram account on Monday, posting several pictures from their ceremony at the Isha Foundation in Coimbatore. The couple opted for a sacred Linga Bhairava Vivaha.
- Beckham’s Wish: Among the flood of celebrity wishes, David Beckham, a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, commented directly on the post, writing, “Congratulations to you both ❤️” and tagging the bride.
- Samantha’s Gratitude: Samantha expressed her appreciation for the football legend’s message, responding, “Really sweet of you 😊 Thank you so much!.”
🤝 The Recent Mumbai Meeting
The well-wishes follow a recent high-profile interaction between the two stars during Beckham’s trip to Mumbai last week.
- The Event: Samantha and Beckham, both of whom are deeply involved in philanthropic work (Beckham as a UNICEF Ambassador, Samantha for her social causes), attended an event hosted by Meta India (Instagram).
- Mutual Praise: Following their interaction, Samantha posted a video on Saturday praising the former England captain, calling him a “great father and husband” and a true mentor and role model. They were also seen exchanging jerseys and sharing a warm hug as they parted ways.
💍 Wedding Details
The couple kept their wedding intimate and traditional:
- The Bride’s Look: Samantha was a stunning traditional bride, wearing a deep red saree by designer Arpita Mehta. The handwoven Banarasi piece was crafted in pure Katan satin silk and featured delicate powder-zari buttis and intricate zardozi work.
- The Groom’s Look: Raj Nidimoru opted for a classic ivory kurta set paired with a textured gold jacket from designer Tarun Tahiliani’s collection.
The marriage follows years of professional collaboration and rumored romance, with the pair having worked together on projects like The Family Man 2 and Citadel: Honey Bunny.