Telugu actor Naga Chaitanya's engagement with actress Sobhita Dhulipala was a big surprise for their fans. The actors had an intimate engagement ceremony on August 8, in the presence of their family members. The photos from the ceremony went viral on the internet in no time.
The hush-hush engagement has not only made headlines but also rumours. Soon after their engagement photos were dropped online, it sparked various speculations, with some linking their engagement date to his ex-wife Samantha . Many internet users dropped their speculations of Naga-Sobhita getting engaged on the date when Samantha proposed to Chaitanya.
Now, the representative of the actor issued a statement, giving clarity on why the couple chose August 8 for the engagement, and also disowned the connection with his ex-wife. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sobhita (@sobhitad) According to the statement, the couple’s choice of date had nothing to do with any previous relationships. Instead, they selected August 8 for its 'spiritual significance, aligning their engagement with the Lion’s Gate Portal', a cosmic event known for its transformative energy.
The release also had a quote from a source who stated, "Their engagement is a celebration of their unique connection and should be viewed independently of any past associations." About Naga Chaitanya and Samantha Samantha and Chaitanya met on the sets of Ye Maaya Chesave in 2010 but began dating only in November 2015. They got engaged on Janua.