Telugu actor Naga Chaitanya has taken the next step in his relationship with actress Sobhita Dhulipala by getting engaged on Thursday, August 8. The engagement ceremony, held privately at the home of Naga’s father, veteran actor Nagarjuna, marked a special moment for the couple. Nagarjuna took to Instagram to share pictures from the intimate event.
Naga Chaitanya was previously married to actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu, but their marriage ended on October 2, 2021. Following the announcement of Naga and Sobhita’s engagement, social media erupted with mixed reactions. While many fans celebrated the news, others, particularly fans of Samantha, posted negative comments directed at the couple.
The engagement ceremony took place in Jubilee Hills, a high-end neighborhood in Hyderabad, with close family and friends in attendance. Naga’s father, Nagarjuna, shared two photos from the event. In one, the couple is seen smiling alongside him. Sobhita looked elegant in a traditional peach saree, accessorized with simple golden jewelry and orange flowers in her hair. Naga, meanwhile, donned a silk kurta and stole for the occasion.
Nagarjuna shared his joy on social media, blessing the couple with heartfelt words. “I am very happy to announce the engagement of my son Naga Chaitanya to Sobhita Dhulipala. Both got engaged at 9:42 am. We welcome Sobhita to the family. Best wishes to both of them,” he wrote on Instagram and Twitter.
Since his divorce from Samantha, Naga Chaitanya began dating Sobhita Dhulipala, though the couple kept their relationship private. Recently, they were spotted on a lunch date in London, sparking speculation about their engagement. In a 2023 interview, Sobhita addressed the rumors about their relationship, stating that she didn’t feel the need to explain herself as she had done nothing wrong.
Sobhita, known for her roles in shows like Made in Heaven, opted for a simple and graceful look during the engagement ceremony. In one of the shared pictures, she is seen leaning affectionately on Naga’s shoulder as the couple poses for the camera, capturing a moment of calm and happiness amid the swirling media attention.
