When Samantha Ruth Prabhu set the record straight on Naga Chaitanya and love, clarifying he is her ‘ex husband’When Samantha Ruth Prabhu set the record straight on Naga Chaitanya and love, clarifying he is her ‘ex husband’ |

Back in 2022, Samantha Ruth Prabhu made her much-anticipated debut on ‘Koffee With Karan 7,’ joining Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar for a lively conversation with host Karan Johar. The episode grabbed headlines not just for its humor and camaraderie but also for Samantha’s candid take on her personal life—especially her split with Naga Chaitanya.
During the conversation, Karan mistakenly referred to Chaitanya as her “husband,” prompting Samantha to correct him immediately, emphasizing that he was her “ex-husband.” It was a subtle yet powerful moment showcasing her readiness to address the elephant in the room.
Samantha also spoke about the intense social media scrutiny she faced after announcing her separation. At the time, the actress acknowledged that she had always been transparent with her fans which led to them feeling entitled to explanations when her marriage ended. “I chose to share my life with the public, so I couldn’t really be upset when they wanted answers. The problem was, I didn’t have any at the time,” she admitted.
Despite the emotional weight of the topic, Samantha lightened the mood with her witty remarks. When Karan opened up about his own struggles with love and loneliness, Samantha playfully teased him, suggesting they take a vacation together. Their banter took an amusing turn when Karan joked about indulging in “nefarious activities” during the trip, to which Samantha laughingly agreed, clarifying that love was not part of the plan.
Karan then turned to Akshay Kumar, urging him to convince Samantha to reconsider love. However, before Akshay could respond, Samantha firmly quipped, “I know exactly what love is not,” making it clear that she had no intentions of revisiting romance anytime soon.
The episode came nearly a year after Samantha and Naga Chaitanya officially announced their separation in October 2021. Their joint statement confirmed the end of their marriage, sending shockwaves across the entertainment industry. Looking back, Samantha’s ‘Koffee With Karan’ debut not only cemented her status as a powerhouse performer but also proved that she wasn’t afraid to take control of her own narrative.