When Samantha Ruth Prabhu Said She Considered Herself 'Fortunate' To Have Naga Chaitanya As Husband

Samantha-Naga Chaitanya: One of the most adored on-screen and off-screen couples of the Telugu film industry, Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya, left fans in utter disappointment with their announced separation in October 2021. The announcement escalated quickly, ensuing several rumours and speculations about what led to it, with fans still struggling to come to terms with their favourite couple's surprising separation.

After their separation, old interviews and video clips made rounds on the internet. A throwback interview from Samantha's media interaction from 2018 is now going viral once again. In her conversation with a Telugu news channel, she had commented on her past relationship with Siddharth and spoke about Naga Chaitanya. She had reflected on her experience while working in the National Award-winning film Mahanati and claimed how fortunate she was to have a husband like Naga Chaitanya.

"Even I would have also gone through the same experience Savirtri had. But, I realised it and came out it. I knew that our relationship wouldn't end well. I consider myself fortunate that I have got a husband like Naga Chaitanya," the Shakuntalam actress was quoted as saying by Times Now.

The former couple had declared the end of their four-year marriage by releasing a statement. Dismissing the resulting speculations, the duo had issued a mutual statement on social media. They had expressed their gratitude for their decade-long friendship that stood strong at the heart of their relationship and requested their fans, well-wishers, and the media to respect their privacy during the tough time.

The separation of Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Naga Chaitanya deeply saddened the fans and shook the entertainment industry. However, they seem to be moving on with their individual lives, aiming to provide their best in professional commitments. Their endeavors and upcoming projects continue to attract and excite their fans, proving that despite the emotional turmoil, their prowess as artists remains unscathed.

On the professional front, Samantha was recently seen in Kushi, where she was paired opposite Vijay Deverakonda. The romantic comedy performed well at the box office.