The recent marriage of filmmaker Raj Nidimoru to actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu has unexpectedly thrust his former wife, Shhyamali De, into the public eye. The wedding, a private affair held at the Linga Bhairavi Devi temple in Isha Yoga Center, Coimbatore on December 1, 2025, sparked curiosity about Nidimoru's personal life, particularly his previous marriage.

Nidimoru and De married in 2015. Shhyamali De, who has maintained a low profile, is reported to be a creative professional with experience as an assistant director in the Indian film industry, having worked on notable films such as "Rang De Basanti" and "Omkara".

Raj and Shhyamali divorced in 2022. Interestingly, despite their separation, De appears to have maintained a warm public tone, even posting a Valentine's Day wish for Nidimoru in February 2023. The post read, "There is a hand I love to hold, a face I love to see, there is a voice I love to hear that means the world to me... At the center of my life, at the heart of all that matters, is you and the love we share. When I count my blessings, I always think of you! Happy Valentine's Day R!" This has led to speculation and confusion among the public regarding their relationship status. Furthermore, Shhyamali has not removed her pictures with Raj from social media.

Adding to the intrigue, it's been reported that Shhyamali posted a cryptic message on social media referencing "desperate people" shortly before Nidimoru's wedding to Prabhu. This has been interpreted by some as a reaction to her ex-husband's new marriage.

Nidimoru, known for his work as one half of the director duo Raj & DK, has directed popular series and films like "The Family Man" and "Citadel: Honey Bunny". He and Prabhu were recently spotted together at several events, although they kept their relationship private. Prabhu was previously married to actor Naga Chaitanya, with their divorce occurring in 2021.

Shhyamali De's personal life, background, and activities since her divorce remain largely unknown, as she has deliberately avoided media interactions and public exposure. Prior to their divorce in 2022, Raj had praised Shhyamali for her contributions to his work, noting that she provided a valuable non-film industry perspective and often gave casting advice. She holds a psychology degree from Mumbai University and collaborated with directors like Vishal Bhardwaj and Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra.