Why Naga Chaitanya filed the case
Tollywood star Naga Chaitanya has taken legal action to protect his name and image from being misused online. He approached the Delhi High Court seeking an order to remove unauthorized content that allegedly defames him. The case focuses on posts and videos that claim he cheated on his ex-wife, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and ruined her career.
During the hearing, his lawyer, Vaibhav Gaggar, argued that the content goes beyond fair criticism and amounts to pure trolling. The petition also mentions AI-generated videos and objectionable material that use the actor’s identity without permission. The court has reportedly issued summons and indicated an interim order to safeguard his personality rights while the case proceeds. The next hearing is set for September 30.
The cheating allegations that sparked the legal battle
The specific content that led to the lawsuit includes claims that Naga Chaitanya cheated on Samantha Ruth Prabhu and “destroyed” her career. These allegations have been circulating on social media for years, even after the couple announced their separation in October 2021. At the time, both actors requested privacy, but rumors about the reasons for their split never died down.
Industry sources say the actor felt the need to take a stand after the situation escalated with AI-generated material. The petition argues that such content has caused serious harm to his reputation, dignity, and public image. Naga Chaitanya has been a successful actor in the Telugu film industry for over a decade, and his legal team is pushing to stop the spread of defamatory posts.
Life after divorce for Naga Chaitanya and Samantha
Since the divorce, both actors have moved on. Naga Chaitanya married actress Sobhita Dhulipala in a private ceremony earlier this year. Samantha Ruth Prabhu, on the other hand, has tied the knot with filmmaker Raj Nidimoru. Neither of them has publicly commented on the latest legal developments.
Fans have been divided over the years, with some supporting Samantha and others backing Naga Chaitanya. The court case might finally put an end to the constant online speculation. For now, the actor is focused on protecting his name and ensuring that false narratives don’t damage his career any further.