Who is Shhyamali De? Raj Nidimoru’s ex-wife back in the spotlight

Who is Shhyamali De?

Former spouse of filmmaker Raj Nidimoru—now back in the spotlight after his wedding to Samantha Ruth Prabhu.

Backstory: Low-key beginnings

Shhyamali De was part of the film industry but remained behind the camera. Despite working on notable films, she preferred to stay away from the limelight.

Her marriage to Raj Nidimoru

Shyamali and Raj Nidimoru tied the knot in 2015. The marriage reportedly ended in 2022, but she maintained a warm, calm presence even after separation.

Her film credentials

She contributed as assistant director/creative supervisor on films like Rang De Basanti and Omkara — and later worked on a rom-com under the banner of Raj & DK.

Recently resurfaced online presence

A Valentine’s-Day post from 2023 and a cryptic message posted just before Raj and Samantha’s wedding — “Desperate people do desperate things” — have sparked renewed interest in her.

Why she’s trending now

With Raj and Samantha marrying on December 1, 2025, media and public curiosity shifted back to Shhyamali — many are wondering about her current stance, feelings, and life post-divorce.

What is publicly known… and what isn’t

We know she has a background in film, was married to Raj Nidimoru, and keeps her life private now. Beyond that — details about her personal life post-divorce remain elusive.