India, June 25 -- Actor Samantha Ruth Prabhu has confirmed that she is expecting her first child with husband Raj Nidimoru and will be taking a temporary break from acting for maternity leave.

Speaking during the success celebrations of her latest film Maa Inti Bangaaram, Samantha said she plans to step away from work for a while due to her pregnancy but assured fans that she will return to the big screen after the break.

The announcement ends recent speculation surrounding her pregnancy, which gained momentum after social media users pointed to her appearance during promotional events for the film.

Reflecting on her personal life, Samantha also shared her views on relationships, saying mutual effort and self-confidence are key to maki...