Samantha Ruth Prabhu once called Naga Chaitanya 'a gem': Did she hint at a toxic relationship with her ex-boyfriend?

Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu’s personal life has often been in the spotlight, especially after her separation from ex-husband Naga Chaitanya. However, before her marriage, the actress was reportedly in a relationship with actor Siddharth, her co-star from the 2013 film Jabardasth. Although the two never confirmed their relationship publicly, their split in 2015 sparked much speculation.

Samantha’s Candid Remarks on a Past Relationship
Shortly after their reported breakup, Samantha gave an interview to MensXP where she indirectly referred to the challenges she faced in a previous relationship. Without naming Siddharth, the Citadel: Honey Bunny actress spoke about a personal crisis she narrowly avoided.

“I would have fallen into such a crisis in my personal life, just like actress Savithri. But thankfully, very soon, I realized it in the beginning and walked out of the relationship,” she said. Samantha added that she felt fortunate to have someone like Naga Chaitanya in her life, calling him “a gem.”

Speculations About the Breakup
While neither Samantha nor Siddharth ever commented publicly on the reasons for their breakup, media reports at the time suggested differences over marriage. According to several sources, Siddharth was allegedly not ready to settle down, which may have caused a rift between the two.

Other reports hinted at the actor’s close association with another female co-star, raising speculation about trust issues. There were also claims that Siddharth was uncomfortable with Samantha’s friendly rapport with her male colleagues in the industry.

Samantha Defended Siddharth Post-Split
Despite the rumours and public speculation, Samantha maintained a respectful stance regarding Siddharth after their separation. In later statements, she dismissed the notion of betrayal, saying Siddharth was “a great guy.” She also clarified that the end of their relationship did not make her a victim.

Following her split with Siddharth, Samantha began dating Naga Chaitanya, and the couple eventually got married in 2017. Although they announced their separation in 2021, Samantha has often acknowledged the support she received from Chaitanya during the early years of their relationship.

While the chapter with Siddharth remains largely unspoken, Samantha’s brief comments continue to offer insight into her personal journey and the choices she made along the way.