Sobhita Dhulipala faces online backlash for outfit similarities

Sobhita Dhulipala is facing online criticism after being accused of copying Samantha Ruth Prabhu's outfit during a recent Vogue photoshoot. Social media users pointed out similarities between Sobhita's dress and an older outfit worn by Samantha, speculating whether the similarities were intentional. The backlash intensified because of Sobhita's rumored relationship with Naga Chaitanya, who is Samantha's ex-husband. Some users harshly called Sobhita shameless, while others defended her, saying that fashion overlaps happen frequently and are not always deliberate. Upon investigation, the outfits in question show clear differences. Sobhita wore a sheer, fringed high-low slip dress, while Samantha's outfit was a structured ombré fringe dress. Both have fringed details, but their fabrics and colors differ significantly. The situation worsened as critics connected the fashion debate to Sobhita's marriage with Naga Chaitanya, which took place in December 2024. Their relationship has been complicated by the public's emotional connection to Naga and Samantha's previous marriage, which ended in divorce in 2021. Naga Chaitanya discussed his past with Samantha on a podcast, explaining that their divorce was a thoughtful decision for everyone's well-being. He acknowledged the sensitivity of the topic, reflecting on coming from a broken family. Despite the end of their relationship, Naga and Samantha’s love story remains fresh in the minds of many fans, making it challenging for some to accept Naga moving on with Sobhita.